Day 1 — Into the range

Long drive in, then straight into the trail. Wide valleys, slow elevation gain. Everything still feels early

Day 2 — Finding rhythm

Cold start. Packs on, heads down. First real pass. Breathing settles near the top.

Day 3 — Weather rolls in

Clear morning turns to rain by afternoon. Hail halfway up a climb. Keep moving.

Day 4 — Remote

Deeper into the range. Fewer signs of anything else. Just trail, mountains, and distance.

Day 5 — High point

Longest climb. Steep at the end. Stay at the top for a while before dropping down.

Day 6 — Walking out

Legs still there. Pace feels easier. Gradual way back to everything else.