Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2022
While the sign remains marking Tragedy Spring picnic grounds and camp, much of the area was burned in 2021 and is recovering slowly.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2022
One of several monuments marks the story of three Mormon scouts who were killed here while looking for the best route east over the Sierra.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2022
The spring itself is protected by a small structure - the green from the flowing water a contrast to the burn damage on the landscape.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2022
Tragedy Spring a great for spotting wild flowers due to the constant supply of water.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2022
Small foot paths still climb through the picnic grounds, though as of this visit, the tables had yet to be replaced.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2022
Tragedy Spring, a source of cold alpine freshwater.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2022
Filling a drinking container from the spring.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2022
The grave site of the three murdered scouts, from which the spring was given its current name.