The trail begins at the left edge of the sign post.
Seasonal creeks may cause some patchy areas in the snow along the trail.
The trail climbs in a forest of red and white fir trees.
The slopes of Sugar Bowl Ski Resort are visible to the west.
Backcountry trails on the way to Donner Peak.
Removing snowshoes for the final scramble to Donner Peak.
Donner Peak (8,020') is perched over Donner Lake, I-80 to the left, the Union Pacific railroad route to the right, and the abandoned railroad tunnels straight down.
Mount Judah from Donner Peak.
The final climb toward the radio towers near Mount Judah.
Mount Judah's summit (8,234').