Campo to Mount Laguna

Day 1 (May 1)
To Lake Morena
20 miles

We started to head out of the trail angel house at 6 a.m. after a delicious breakfast. Arriving at the southern terminus at around 7h45. Started walking after a quick foto session with other hikers at around 8h30. It was a bit chilly that morning which was perfect for hiking.

Fairly easy walk until an ascent just before Lake Morena. Had to count steps to keep me entertained and quite a challenge in the heat. Felt good afterwards though. Met people from Frodo&Scout at camp and had some beers at the store. Great to have a shower (after one day of hiking only … lol). Almost too tired to cook in the dark but forced myself to eat some ramen.

Day 2 (May 2)
To Cibbets Campground
12 miles

My legs are really tired. I feel a bit more energized after some Gatorade. Very hot day. Met Sam and Johne from Frodos on the way and other people sitting in the shade during a break. Stayed with a group of 15 at Cibbets Campground.

Day 3 (May 3)
To Mount Laguna
11 miles

I hike alone for most of the day as the group moves slower. There was a guy explaining the world to everyone which I found quite exhausting. Enjoyed quietness alone and also wanted to learn how to navigate. Steep for the first part of the day but then a nice stretch in the forest with tons of birds before Mount Laguna. So beautiful! Enjoyed so much being in nature. Bought some socks, a rain cover, and a headlamp at the Mount Laguna Outfitter. Quite a few hikers were changing gear there. Picked up my first resupply package at the Post Office.

The lady there funnily remembered the “Bach” package. Others are shipping stuff home or dropping it off in the hiker box. Even food! I also wish I had not sent so much myself. Pack now heavy again :(

2 snake encounters in the afternoon. Almost stepped on one!