“I do not at all understand the mystery of grace-only that it meets us where we are, but does not leave us where it found us” Anne Lamott
The Carson Pass is one of my favorite areas to hike. The trails are easy to access and you can go as far as your body wants to take you. I have been there through each of the seasons, and I find breathtaking scenery in each one. My snowshoeing trek in April did not disappoint. The last time I went snowshoeing here, I only went to Frog Lake (see my blog “Wind Whipped and Weather Worn”). This time, I headed out to Lake Winnemucca, where I had hiked last summer (see my blog “The Waiting Game”). To get to the trail head, take highway 88 east until you reach the top of the pass. There you will see a visitor center and a parking lot on the right side. For winter time, you need a sno-park pass to park there. The trail starts right next to the visitors center.
It was a cold spring day, with clouds rolling through the landscape. With the wind blowing on occasion and sun poking through the ever moving clouds, the temperature varied quite a bit. I found it invigorating! It is important to wear layers when out in the cold, so as to adapt to the changing weather. I was surprised to see so much snow as a warm front had moved through the region a week before. My trusty Australian Shepherd, Adobe, joined me on this four mile trek and it was magnificent.
The hike is fairly flat from the start to Frog Lake. It winds through the forest and then opens up as you get close to the lake. For snowshoeing, footing can be a little tricky while walking along side slopes. This part was good practice for my new snowshoes. GPS is also helpful to keep on the correct path. On that day, there was a trail of snowshoe/ski tracks that made it easy to follow without checking the GPS often. As we headed out to Lake Winnemucca, there was a steady, open climb (although not too steep). Along the way, there was a great view of Caples Lake. I also used this as my “handlbar” in helping with navigating my way. The weather had turned pretty dark when I arrived at Lake Winnemucca, but Adobe and I found a nice spot on an open rock to enjoy some lunch and the view.
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As we rested and enjoyed the solitude, I heard voices from high above and across the lake. I scanned the scene to see where they were coming from, and saw three snowboarders flying down one of the slopes at the top of the mountain! They looked like they were having fun, and I could only wonder as to how much work it took them to get up to the top. After about 30 minutes, we headed back and I wanted to make a stop at Frog Lake before getting back to the car. The clouds were clearing out some, and the views were pretty spectacular.
While hanging out at Frog Lake, I reflected on the times I had been there and how each season brought its’ own beauty and uniqueness. I am grateful to have found this place and blessed every time I return. I am graced by the presence of these magnificent mountains. As the seasons of our lives change, we must adapt and take on the different challenges that arise. But we must also find grace and fulfillment in the journey. And its’ this journey of life, like these mountains trails, that is well worth taking.
