Sept 13 - Cecret Lake (Albion Basin Campground)

 Crazy night! The wind was howling up until around 2pm. It must have been whipping around at the top of this glacier bowl because most of the time, there was no wind at camp. Then, at times, there'd be a light and then a relatively strong wind. Crazy and noisy! Not much sleeping for me until it finally quieted down.

But the sky was filled with stars - quite, beautiful!

Started out from camp after 7am - yes, still early. It's 43 degrees but really not cold. I start off with my light winter jacket but quickly stuff it away as I make my way to Cecret Lake. 

I think the lake may be my destination today. My plan was the lake and then up to Germania Pass - I haven't been there yet this year - but my legs are dead. :( But we'll see, maybe I'll get an energy boost by the time I arrive.

Trail has bird, squirrel and chipmunks activity this morning.

Patches of Purple Asters, Yarrow and some yellow composites are around.

Nice to watch the sun lighten up the peaks.

Soon I'm at Cecret Lake and it's all mine - no moose either. :( I slowly make my way to the other side.

Definitely, not going higher today but I'm going to loop the lake to the very 1st time. As I do, the clouds are rolling in and blocking the sunshine.

The loop is easy except a couple of semi-sketchy spots -- much better then looping Twin Lakes.

As I reach the opposite side, 

there are other people arriving.

I spot a Pika over here.

Then make my way to complete the loop back to camp spotting Wallflower and XX on the switchbacks.


Not really the day I was planning but still perfect!

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