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Charles Anderson
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10/09/2021
The start of the route along Lower Sam Merrill Trail.
Charles Anderson
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10/09/2021
Elevation gains quickly along Lower Sam Merrill Trail.
Charles Anderson
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10/09/2021
Climbing upward on Middle Sam Merrill Trail.
Charles Anderson
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10/09/2021
Looking toward Inspiration Point and the Los Angeles Basin beyond. On a clear day the ocean is within view.
Charles Anderson
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10/09/2021
Passing through manzanita on a break from climbing.
Charles Anderson
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10/09/2021
Wonderful views abound along most of Middle Sam Merrill.
Charles Anderson
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10/09/2021
The relatively flat, oak-shaded segment before Mt. Lowe Motorway.
Charles Anderson
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10/09/2021
Rounding the bend near Mt. Lowe Motorway.
Charles Anderson
Photo Date: 
10/09/2021
The gates at Cobb Estate, now a nature preserve run by the Forest Service.

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