Land of Many Uses

c) Andrew Carter, 2021

Unlike the national parks, the national forests in the United States are used for many different purposes. That includes timber cutting, mining, and cattle and sheep grazing. In addition, recreation of all types is encouraged — not just hiking and camping, but hunting and fishing, and many forms of “active” recreation. That includes off-road vehicle use and even skiing. The PCT passes by several ski areas in southern California. Here are some photos.

Mountain High Ski Area. Note the US Forest Service symbol at the bottom right of the main map above.
If only these lifts operated year round, I’d be able to do less climbing.
Mt. Waterman Ski Area
Snow on the trail near the Mountain High Ski Area.
Be careful. Slippery when frozen.

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Andrew Carter

I just completed a multi-year thru hike (MYTH) of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). It took three years. I hiked 1840 miles in 2021, 733 miles in 2022, and 122 miles in 2023. The only reason I had to hike in 2023 was a wildfire closure at the north end of the PCT in 2022. During the past two years, I've also thru hiked other, shorter US trails. I hiked the Benton MacKaye Trail (GA, NC, TN) and the Tuscarora Trail (VA, WV, MD, PA) in 2022 plus the Ozark Highlands Trail (AR) in 2023. I hope to hike the Long Trail (VT) next year and the Colorado Trail at some point in the future. Please note, all content on this site is copyright.

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