Day 8

Our route today was from Creekside Lodge, WY to Lake Lodge, WY (back in Yellowstone).  About 39 miles, 3,200 ft of climbing; an excellent climb back into the mountains and going over a pass that is on the edge of the Yellowstone caldera.

Total miles thus far: 410 miles

Total climbing thus far: 25,500 ft

Grizzly bears seen: 2

Black bears seen: 1

Skunks (dead or alive): 0

Have we seen?:

            Moose: 0

Elk: yes, about a dozen

            Bison: yes, 1,000+

            Mule deer: yes, about a dozen

            Antelope: yes, about ½ dozen

            Bald eagles: yes, 2

            Mountain sheep: yes, 2

Enjoy the pictures and video!