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Darren Courtney

Always a wonderful place to soak your weary bones. We always cool off here after hiking this section of the PCT. PCT Through hikers: if you are not aware of this place, check it out! It is not too far off trail for a cool off stop and camping. Use the Tamarack Connection Trail to connect with the Sardine Lake Campground and Sand Pond.

Both upper and lower sardine lakes are great fishing/hiking/etc. Once you get to upper sardine, the tree lines fade away to nothing but rock formations. Prepare for high heat in the summertime.

I have been visiting this camp area/region for over 50 years now. This includes this section of the PCT. I know the area like the back of my hand.