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Hiking along the Bonhoff trail
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We dressed for rain and were glad we did.
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spooky-looking pond, backed by mists
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Arceuthobium campylopodum, FOOTHILL PINE DWARF MISTLETOE
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Arceuthobium campylopodum, FOOTHILL PINE DWARF MISTLETOE
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start of steep section
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delighted to have the sun break through at last
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Annette and Cynthia at lunch spot
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Distant view of Pig Lake
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we followed a deer trail down this grassy ridge.
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Tangle of lichen-covered trees
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Pig Lake
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Pig Lake
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Pig Lake
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Pig Lake, with reflections of trees and grass
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Pig Lake
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Bolbitius vitellinus, SUNNY SIDE UP
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nearing Eagle Lake with rain approaching.
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Oaks near Eagle Lake
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Eagle Lake
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The Foothills trail became a rushing creek
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many buckeyes split their skins and sprouted roots.
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earthworm
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approaching trailhead near end of hike