Rachel Partin

Rachel Partin

Day Hike to Lake Valhalla

08/08/16

Went on a Sunday late morning, not a lot of traffic (maybe 10 groups in all) for that day of the week. Challenging hike without being difficult, my 14yr old terrier kept up just fine. Beautiful scenery at the lake and lots of awesome mosses, lichens and amphibian life in the meadow. Worth the drive, beware of typical gold bar traffic on the way back if you're heading out around 3.

5.0

Rachel Partin

Lake Serene and Bridal Veil Falls

08/07/16

Great hike! Challenging, yet doable for your average hiker. Go early on a hot day and take a dip in gorgeous lake serene but the time you reach it you'll appreciate the refresher (during hot summer days). We made it to the far side of the lake for easy water across and privacy, but the latter didn't last long. Get there early, it's a crowded trail during peak season and the traffic on the way back (around 4pm) is typically congested through Gold Bar. Like the rest, I'd suggest doing the falls on the way up, as you'll be ready to call it a day once you're on the way back from Lake Serene.

5.0