Ain't No Mountain High Enough

Coming into town, Escudilla (10,800 ft) is always calling to us - "Come enjoy the view."
Of course Trav has been up there hunting many times,
and we have taken the dogs to Terry Flat,
but never been to the top. . . until now.

The Aspen groves were gorgeous. . . .

as were the many wildflowers.
There were red, blue, white, yellow, purple, pink, . . .

Can you believe all the ladybugs?!

The meadows were not only beautiful and lush,

but the times when we could get a glimpse of how far the kids were ahead of us.

The lookout tower . . .cool.
The guardian was burning incense and had stories to tell.
We passed a few other hikers. They were patient with Jag's friendliness.

This photo was our first time using the timer on this camera -
Yeah, I know I look like a dork, but let me tell you,
that walking stick was a great help on the steep grade.

Mitchell was prepped for self-defense with his "gun"

Jag probably covered 12 miles while we did the 6 mile trail.
He was running back and forth, here and there.

and loved every minute.

Check it off the bucket list.