Last Morning at Nelson Lake

After another night well below freezing, we woke up and had a nice, warm campfire before packing up.  It was time to leave Nelson Lake.

Steam rising on the lake.

After the sun came up and melted off the frost, we said our goodbyes to Nelson Lake and headed down the trail.

One last look at Nelson Lake.

Back at the wilderness boundary on our way out to the car.  It was a great few days of backpacking, hiking, and camping with my parents just like we used to do when I was young.

Around Nelson Lake

Walking across the meadow at Nelson Lake after coming back down from Nelson Mountain.

Enjoying some warm drinks around the campfire as the cold night air comes in.

Getting ready for the sunset.

Upper Nelson Lake

We came down off of Nelson Mountain and into Upper Nelson Lake.  This little lake is a real gem.

There are a few remnants of campsites around this lake but I think it’s been quite some time since anyone has camped here.