I saw the ocean today! Granted it was from a hundred miles away from the top of the mountain, but still. The climb up to the top of Mt. San Jacinto is definitely tougher than any trail we've done so far, but that's for a reason. It's not technically part of the PCT since horses can't use it, but the 5.5 mile trail that cuts of 4.5 miles of the PCT led to some of the best views and the first snow we've had so far. Near the peak there is a stone cabin that was built in the thirties and has hundreds of signatures reaching back almost as long.
As we made our way down a fog rolled in, giving the tall pine trees an eerie feel. When we rejoined the PCT the trail was in the best condition I've experienced. It was newly maintained and was wide and flat with fresh stone supports on the sides. We crossed a beautiful waterfall with cool, clear water to drink. We camped with a few other hikers, including Snake Charmer. Snake Charmer has the best trail name story I've heard yet. In day one, a rattlesnake was on the trail and wouldn't move, so he pulled out his flute and played until the snake moved of the trail for him.
Steps taken today/total: 33,651/347,772
Miles walked today/total: 11.5/190.5
Elevation gained today/total: 3,120/29,610
Elevation lost today/total: 3,569/26,357
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