The gate to the upper parking lot is closed at dusk and opened at dawn.
The trail register and map.
Early spring hikers will find plenty of snow on the trail
The junction of the Dean and Monroe trails.
A glimpse at the peak between the trees.
Crossing the Alpine Trail means you are nearing the summit.
A plaque in the clearing below the summit recognizes Camels Hump as a national landmark.
The final summit push is especially steep.
Views of Mount Mansfield to the north.
The last bit of the trail weaves between stunted spruce before breaking above treeline.
Views to the south.
Lake Champlain to the west.
Looking north along the summit ridge.