Mount Diablo trek was completely unknown to me till my friend Abhi suggested it to me. The first time we thought of going to
Mount Daiblo, we couldn't do it as he had to get back to Palo Alto by evening, and the trek also seemed to be quite tough from the online descriptions. Also we wanted to trek all the way to the summit (14 miles) and not just do a small trail at the base. Reading more about it I realised that it was one of the most interesting treks in our part of
California.
I spent most Sundays in the first quarter working at the
Clark Center or just walking around and meeting/ making friends. This quarter has been significantly different, with may many trips over the weekends to hills and mountains, hiking and trekking and generally getting very very tired and very very happy. So when the trek to
Mount Diablo happened, it was certainly an icing on the cake :)
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Abhinav looking into the horizon...
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It was only later that we realized how exhausting this trek was. We almost died, and twice! Once when we reached the summit, desperately looking for water and a place to sit, and much more on the way back when we climbed up and down on multiple trails, all alone and falling over with exhaustion. Reaching the summit was quite a task, but the water there was like nectar. We thought we were roaring to trek back and decided to take the trek over the Eagle's peak, however as we reached the parking lot and got into the cars, we literally collapsed and sighed with relief.
Now that I look back at the Diablo trek, I sort of feel proud. For a seasonal trekker, it might be an easier trek, but for us it was quite an achievement. It also convinced me to do many more such exhausting and satisfying treks in life. Maybe some dangerous ones as well...
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| The beginning of the trail |
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| On top of the twin peak...we eventually ended up trekking back on that route |
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| Walking through the hill of flowers... |
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| The Summit! |
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| Abhinav and me at the Eagle's peak |
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| The trek was on walking on top of all these mountains... |
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| Abhinav on the way back |
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| Back to the base :) |
Holy heck this looks amazing!
ReplyDeleteIt sure is!
DeleteI had to come back on here and stalk (I meant reply, not stalk) and make sure to give you a virtual pat on the back for attaining Masters in whatever you do have.
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On a greener note, I'm doing something similar like this in a couple of weeks. I am excite. And now looking at your post again only makes me want to do this even more.
sdflkjdprocrastination. I'll stop now.
Haha...thanks for all the pats, though it wasn't all that tough to finish the masters :)
DeleteThe idea of trek trip sounds good...where you going?
The views are amazing but no way would I ever do this.
ReplyDelete:) I am sure you can do it Ayngelina!
Deleteamazing views!
ReplyDeletean unorgettable trip!
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Thanks Ola, its surely was!
DeleteGreat landscapes and photos!
ReplyDeleteThanks DeeBee :)
DeleteWould've loved to join you on that walk... amazing landscapes, great trail, awesome photos as usual. These days we hear so many bad news about U.S. economy and politics, but pictures like these make me forgot about all that negative stuff and just want to visit America again. :-)
ReplyDeleteI agree, bad news about US has become a norm now, but it doesn't feel quite as bad over here. Especially because I enjoy being out in the forests and nature, this country feels just so perfect to me :)
Deleteyeah... same here... when I'm outdoors I don't think about all the other stuff either.
DeleteWell worth almost dying twice for!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jules, it surely was beautiful! I am so much more inspired to do more such stuff now...
Deletebeautiful place...
ReplyDeletewonderful captures...
thanks for sharing
You are welcome Krishna...I am glad you enjoyed the pictures :)
DeleteSo much GREEEN!!! :-D
ReplyDeleteYes Zeba, it was so much green! :D
DeleteBeautiful greenery everywhere. Looks like you enjoyed quite a bit. And you got that wild, hippie look going on with the long hair! :-D
ReplyDeleteHippie...hahaha! That's my usual 'look' man :)
DeleteThat must have been a helluva trek. I got to see a part of the Diablo Range when we drove upto Mt. Hamilton last year. It was one great drive. Where did your trek begin?
ReplyDeleteThe last picture looks surreal. Beautiful photographs, all.
Hey Siddharth, you should check this out - http://dnambiar-travelblog.blogspot.com/2012/05/awesome-travel-bloggers.html
And this if you'd like to see some pics from Mt. Hamilton - http://dnambiar-travelblog.blogspot.com/2011/06/hamilton-drive.html
Thanks Nambiar, the last one was taken just before we finished the trek...I was sort of dead by then :)
DeleteWe started the trek from the Mitchell Canyon Road, I think it be on the other side of the point where you started...not so sure about the motor road actually...
How was Mt. Hamilton?
Btw do you also live in the bay area?
Mt. Hamilton is good. You should go up there. You should go before the winter sets in, I believe it is closed when it snows.
DeleteYup, San Jose. :)
Awesome photography. Beautiful landscape.
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Gorgeous landscapes and photos!
ReplyDeleteThanks Ash!
Deletewonderful landscapes and yes going on one trek makes the appetite for more!!!
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lovely pictures sid....n tu ab buddha ho gaya hai, dnt trek too much..;);)
ReplyDeletelol! Jab tak haddion mein dum hai...I will keep walking :) Maybe in India you should join me sometime...
DeleteThis trail looks fantastic! Reading about it really makes me want to go trekking! Lovely work Sid!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great trail with those spectacular panoramas and colorful flowers around the path! Amazing!
ReplyDeleteJudging by the photos, it was well worth the hike. It's beautiful. Great photos also!
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