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12/16/2015
The first view of the Crags.
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12/16/2015
Mount Shasta seen from the wilderness boundary.
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12/13/2015
Just entering the open area.
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12/13/2015
Castle Dome with Mount Shasta shrouded in clouds.
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12/16/2015
Continuing along the trail.
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12/16/2015
Nearly there!
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12/13/2015
The first full view of Castle Crags.
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12/13/2015
A thick layer of snow covering manzanita.
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12/13/2015
Castle Dome in late day.
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12/13/2015
Looking past Castle Dome.
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12/16/2015
The main wall of the crags.
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12/13/2015
Off trail exploration here is abundant.
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12/13/2015
Different perspectives can be found on this hike.
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12/13/2015
A closer look at the granite spires.
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12/13/2015
Hikers exploring the area below.
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12/16/2015
Heading back toward the trail.
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12/13/2015
Surrounding mountains tipped with snow.
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12/13/2015
The sunset on the journey back.