Fri, Sep 17 2021 - Waterton - Lineham Ridge and Upper Rowe Lakes (View Original Event Details)
| Event Coordinator(s): |  |
Susan Ch
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| Participants: | | Susan Ch, Jean R, Andrea C, Lois Hi |
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Write Up:A lovely trail through forest burnt in the 2017 Kenow wildfire then
into mature forest untouched by the fire before reaching an open
meadow with great views of Lineham ridge.
At this point we decided to stay in the sun and climb steeply towards
the ridge as opposed to climbing steeply in the shade to the Upper
Rowe Lake. It was a great choice as we enjoyed ever expanding views
back down the valley, lots of larches and 5 beautiful Bighorn sheep.
The head honcho got on his feet to keep an eye on us while his harem
continued to graze unperturbed by our presence.
After a leisurely lunch in the sunshine we headed back down the trail
saving the last push to the summit viewpoint for another day and
saving our energy for our big hike on Carthew Alderson the next day.
We did take the short side trail to enjoy a snack at the Lower Rowe
lake on our way down, along with a feet freezing dip in the creek just
before returning to the trailhead.
