Heading north from Big Cottonwood Canyon Road.
The trail starts off a bit steeper, but it levels out.
Looking back toward Mount Raymond (10,241 ft).
Microspikes may suffice when the trail is packed.
Cardiff Fork to the right and Silver Fork to the left.
Kessler Peak (10,403 ft).
Views from the trail to Dog Lake.
Views from the trail to Dog Lake.
Views from the trail to Dog Lake.
Views from the trail to Dog Lake.
Thick apsen groves hug the western walls.
A small nest.
People have way too much fun in this area!
Thick apsen groves hug the western walls.
People have way too much fun in this area!
Looking back toward Reed and Benson Ridge.
The last steep pitch before you get over the saddle and hit the lake.
The final stretch.
Dog Lake covered in snow.
Little Water Peak (9,605 ft).
Above the lake to the southwest is a great clearing with some good views.
Making some dinner before we head back down.