Sunday, June 29, 2014

Bridal Veil Falls and Lake Serene 6.29.2014

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Do this hike. It is hands down the best one we have done yet. The trail, like many, starts of with a logging road that quickly thins down to a nice narrow path. The first mile and a half zigs and zags through a dense sea of high grown Salmon Berry bushes. After having our fill of these tart natural treats we come to a split in the path. We choose the direction pointing toward Bridal Veil Falls. After half a mile of easy climbing ladder steps we can hear the immense roar of fast moving water. Upon arrival, we realize that the one thing we missed out on at Wallace Falls was proximity to the actual waterfalls. At Bridal Veil you can stand right under them. Wow. Thinking we had seen the highlight of our trip, we set out for Lake Serene. It is another 2 miles from the fork in the path. The next 23 switchback and over 430 stairs is a fairly grueling ascent, but it is most definitely worth it. Lake Serene has a genuine calming serenity that holds up to its namesake. As usual, the pictures speak loud than words. 10/10 Beauty 8/10 Difficulty