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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/27/2020
From the Mount Rose Summit parking area, the trail begins with scenic views over Tahoe Meadows and Lake Tahoe.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/27/2020
Hiking with Mount Rose dominating the skyline.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/27/2020
Galena Falls is the first landmark reached along the hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/27/2020
Interesting stone formations along the Rim To Reno Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/27/2020
The trail traces the western slopes of Mount Rose and Snowflower Mountain
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/27/2020
Looking out at Snowflower Mountain and Mount Rose peaks.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/27/2020
Views to the west, with the slopes of Northstar Ski Resort, Donner Lake, city of Truckee, Castle Peak, and Boca and Stampede Reservoirs all visible.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/27/2020
Cascading layers of mountains looking into the Great Basin's interior, facing east.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/27/2020
Once crossing the mountain saddle, the trail descends toward views over South Reno.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/27/2020
Standing at the top of Upper Thomas Canyon.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/27/2020
Aspens and pine trees line the trail along Thomas Creek.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/27/2020
Thomas Creek along a much more gradual slope.