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08/29/2009
Begin your trek on the Pacific Crest Trail. Then follow signs for Vogelsang Lake.
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08/30/2009
The highest point of the trek.
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08/30/2009
Numerous lakes on this section.
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08/30/2009
Open meadows along the trail.
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08/30/2009
Great views along Fletcher Creek.
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08/30/2009
Overlooking Vogelsang High Sierra Camp.
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08/30/2009
Camping at Vogelsang High Sierra Camp.
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08/31/2009
Vogelsang Peak (11,516'). You can scale this peak as a day hike. No ropes needed, but there will be heavy scrambling.
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09/01/2009
Yellow bellied marmot.
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09/01/2009
Following the stream through the meadows.
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09/01/2009
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There are abundant water sources.
A broad nightscape along Merced River.
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09/02/2009
Descending into Yosemite Valley.
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09/02/2009
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Deer are familiar company in Yosemite.
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09/02/2009
A close-up view of a male western fence lizard (Sceloporus occidentalis) showing its distinctive blue underside.
There are a few spots on this section with natural waterslides, depending on water levels.
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09/02/2009
Decending into Yosemite Valley. Be prepared for a massive amount of tourists.
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09/02/2009
Vernal Falls.
The crowds at the end of the trek are a significant contrast.
Sunset from Tuolumne Meadows Campground, a good place to stay once shuttled back up to Tuolumne Meadows after the trek.