The snow level is about 3,000' with patches of snow starting almost right away. After trying to get to multiple trailheads, and giving-up because of insane…
Nice lighting over Smith Mtn.
Overgrown, just the way we like it.
The snow starts getting pretty thick above 4,000'.
Great views of Baden-Powell and Iron Mountain and all the way out to Baldy.
Made it to the saddle, looking down to Bear Creek on the other side.
This sign is definitely looking more weathered since last time I was here.
Ready to head up the steep climb to the top of Smith. What is normally a hard to follow use trail is much easier to see in the snow. Tara made it about half way…
View from the top of Smith Mtn.
View a little further South.
The view out to the ocean with the sun already getting low.
Heading back down now. The Yaktrax definitely come in handy on the steep, sometimes icy, descent.
Making our way down.
Sliding when necessary.
Back to the saddle for a selfie.
Last look at Smith Mtn and first signs of the moon above.
We finished in the dark but with just enough city and moon glow to make it without needing headlamps. End to a fun day.
The obligatory 360 video from the top.
Beautiful purple skies as we head down.