Onyx Summit

Miles hiked: 18
Campsite location: mm 270
Weather: cloudy, turned thunder and rain storm
One word to describe the day: leasurly

I spent my first night camping alone last night. Everybody I have been hiking with wanted to go another 4 miles to the next established campsite which would have made the day 25 mi. I just couldn't do it. So I found a nice flat spot around the 21 mile mark and called it good. I'll catch up with them later today or tomorrow in Big Bear lake. It was actually really nice and peaceful spending the night alone.

Today's hike was a lot less elevation gain and much more leisurely than yesterday's. I'm walking past beautiful old red cedars. It's a gorgeous, clear morning and drinking instant coffee which tastes so good. However, I do miss my espresso machine at home. The trail makes you very grateful for all the things.

Walking alone gives me a chance to really think. And right now I'm thinking who walks 2600 miles for fun? Many people that find themselves walking thousands of miles aren't doing it for fun. They're doing it for a better life, safety or survival. I'm feeling very grateful and privileged to be doing this for fun

Later in the day a thunder storm rolled in. It started to rain so I set my tent up to wait it out. I felt too lazy and tired to take it down after the storm passed so laying in bed tonight at 5 pm and ready for bed😂Read more