I’ve had a few good ideas this year and the last minute idea to go to Great Basin and hike Wheeler Peak this weekend was up there on good ideas. It ended up being the perfect day to hike this trail. The aspen leaves were at fall perfection on the trail and it was great weather the entire time we were there. We even had the top to ourselves for a few minutes. Darren spotted a long tailed weasel that was super cool to see. This hike was tough - that last third of a mile was especially hard. It was steep (very steep) plus the elevation air made the going very slow, but the views from the top were worth it. I’m no peak bagger but it was awesome to put Wheeler in my bag. If only all peaks were this accessible. Bonus - we stayed last night in Ely at Hotel Nevada for the second time.
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