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The route up to Vesper Peak.
Base camp at Elan Lake.
The ascent from base camp at Elan Lake.
Climbing at sunrise to Vesper Peak.
Sperry Peak.
Up the ridge to the summit.
Mountain view from Vesper Peak.
Lots of room on the summit.
Views from the summit of Vesper Peak.
View from the summit toward Copper Lake.
Views from the summit of Vesper Peak.
Looking toward Morning Star from Vesper Peak.
Views from the summit of Vesper Peak.
Views from the summit of Vesper Peak.
View back down the path
Morning Star
Vesper Peak from base camp at Elan Lake.
Traverse back to Headlee Pass.
The trek back to the trailhead.
Flash flood gulley on the return.