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Hiker on the Mist Trail on the way up to Vernal Falls.

Vernal Falls along the Mist Trail is a short detour that connects back to the John Muir Trail shortly after the start.

A JMT hiker enjoying the view at one of the many bridges along the Mist Trail.

Looking over the Merced River from the Mist Trail.

An earlier reminder that it's still a long way to go to Mount Whitney.

Hikers on Half Dome heading up the cables.

Cascade Cliffs and Mount Clark as seen from the John Muir Trail.

Storm approaching Matthes Crest, south of Tuolumne Meadows.

Sunset after a thunderstorm at Lower Cathedral Lake near Tuolumne Meadows.

Cathedral Peak near Tuolumne Meadows with weather approaching.

Deer are very common along some sections of the JMT trail and around campsites.

Donohue Pass is the first high pass for SOBO hikers.

One of many breathtaking campsites at Thousand Island Lake.

Red Top Mountain from Thousand Island Lake.

A storm develops over Mount Banner and Mount Ritter at Thousand Island Lakes. Afternoon thunderstorms are very common in the Sierra.

Viewpoint over Garnet Lake.

Volcanic Ridge East rises in the distance as seen from Garnet Lake.

Enjoying Devils Postpile before resupplying at Red's Meadow.

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