Velocity Basin September 17, 2014 Leader: Jane Marie

Velocity Basin is a dramatic cirque basin with a small turquoise lake at its base. The hike involves climbing a steep grassy route to the ridge line and peaks that surround the lake. The trailhead starts at 11,327 and climbs 1,910' to the peak at 13,060.

Velocity Basin

Everyone needed a photo before starting up the steep trail.

Jane Marie, Angela and Gina heading up the trail.

Here comes the sun.

Heading up to the first bench.

View from first bench.

Penny and Jane Marie discuss the trail options.

Snack stop at first bench

Hiking up the ridge line towards the saddle.

The views across the valley and into the basin are excellent.

Penny looks at the map and plans our route. Angela says "I don't think so"

Small turquoise lake in the basin.

Mary Anne 

Gina enjoying the spectacular views.

Hiking up to the top of the first peak.

The trail is steep.

Bella 

Penny and Candy taking in the views.

Jane Marie makes contact with the rest of the group to tell them the weather is starting to look bad and that we are coming down.

Jane Marie takes in a few shots while Bella tries to get her lunch out of her pack

Jane Marie and Bella

Storm clouds building.

Mary Anne in action.

Jane Marie and Candy hiking across ledge near the trees.