After exploring Boyden Cavern, and a nice picnic lunch near one of the waterfalls, Ben and I set off for a short hike through Zumwalt meadow. Anita and Shira decided to relax a bit before driving to the other end of the trail to pick us up.
The trail wandered through the meadow, crossing the Kings River a few times. The views were breathtaking. It was clear to understand what John Muir had seen from here over a century ago. Soon the trail came to an end and we could see the minivan parked under the trees.
I am an avid peak bagger, sometimes backpacker, and former sea kayaker living in San Diego. In 2019, I became the third person to complete the San Diego 100 Peak Challenge. Not stopping with that accomplishment, I set my sights on the harder San Diego Sierra Club 100 Peak list, which I completed in 2021. In addition, I have conquered several Six-Pack of Peaks challenges (SoCal, San Diego, Central Coast, and Arizona-Winter). Beyond attempting the San Diego Sierra Club 100 Peak list a second time, I am looking forward to exploring new summits and new adventures across the southwest.