Today I have been contemplating a hike to Aspen Grove like I did last year. This year there is some concern if gates are going to be open, or if they are, will they get closed when you are on the wrong side of the gate. There is a storm coming in later this week that will bring snow, so like last year, it will be a mid week trip.
If the gate is closed, a 6 to 7 mile loop hike on and off trail will be the course provided I can get out of work early. I do not want to be caught in a place where I go off trail with the sun going down. If I do, it just adds to the adventure. As for tonight, the trail had enough light as I went out for an evening walk.
