Climbing South Sister is a popular activity in Central Oregon...in the summer. Attempting a summit bid of the 10,358 foot peak in fall is less popular with weather that is less predictable.
Shane & Drake really wanted to give it a shot. We disembarked from Devil's Lake Trailhead and began the 4,900 foot, 5.5 mile climb to the summit.
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| Trailhead optimism |
Our first goal was to get to Moraine Lake. With kids under 12 it's crucial to have the short term goals on a hike. We worked toward reaching each plateau, the next cliff, the knoll. They stay interested and excited.
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| The boys above Moraine Lake with Broken Top in the background |
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| Comfy in the shelter @ Moraine Lake |
The next morning with were greeted with a fall dusting of snow atop South Sister.
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| The frosty cupcake |
We headed up for a day hike summit
The weather, particularly the wind was crazy. While we couldn't summit due to zero visibility and high winds, we did get to a 9,000 foot unnamed peak above Lewis Glacier. I am so proud of the boys for the great hike and adventure we shared.
See the short film of the trip:
See the short film of the trip:
