Jen went hiking Crystal Lake September 6, 2022 12.5 miles 2,750 feet gained Crystal Lake 0 Lovely alpine swimming lake, not too cold, I actually paddled around a bit. Frequent loud rockfall from up on the mountain. Bugs on the wane. Lots of meadows with huckleberries on the Riley Camp Trail. More from Jen The Devil's Garden September 8 to September 9, 2026 Pepper Mountain September 6, 2026 Enchanted Forest August 27, 2026 ONP Family Trip August 15 to August 20, 2026