Big Baldy Trail Hike - Kings Canyon National Park

I finally decided to stay locally this weekend and go on a Big Baldy Trail hike. The weather did not cooperate too well. On the way up to the trail head, it was getting cloudier and cloudier, colder and colder. I knew that the high temperature for Kings Canyon was only 40 degrees Fahrenheit, but there was no rain in the forecast.

Upon arrival at the trail head, the sun was peaking through the clouds, but it was still around 38 degrees. Luckily, I had my $10 polyester jacket purchased at Walmart at least 7 years ago. The hike itself is supposed to be only 5 miles total, but due to the elevation gain the trail is rated as moderately strenuous.

Because of the clouds and fog, there were no views at all. Everything seemed to be engulfed by thick, white and heavy moisture in the clouds.

At the top, I enjoyed the peace and quiet (until other people came...) for a while.

On the was back, the clouds thickened... It started to sprinkle on and off, and then it became really misty. I hate the mist, it gets everywhere. I guess I have to come back, just for the views!

And on the drive back we stopped at Gena's Place, a restaurant you think of when you picture yourself on a road trip through the country side. Amazing homemade food (i.e. Italian wedding soup), delicious coconut cream pie and most importantly welcoming service by the owner (who also turned out to be a cook).

I still look at this picture regretting I didn't get the whole pie... Next time...