Location:South of Little Round Top. Indicative of Snow/Temps you will experience on North Side of Little Round Top, where the Pacific Crest Trail comes through Meiss Meadow. See Map.

Site Information and Reports from Schneiders

Daily Report from Schneiders

Latitude: 38.7470°N

Longitude: 120.0680°W

Elevation: 8750' ft

#3>FORESTDALE CREEK

Location:

Site Information and Reports from Forestdale CK

Daily Report from Forestdale CK

Latitude: 38.6824°N

Longitude: -119.9597°W

Elevation: 8017' ft

#4> Blue Lakes

Location:

Site Information and Reports from Blue Lakes

Daily Report from Blue Lakes Blue Lakes

Latitude: 38.6130°N

Longitude: -119.9310°W

Elevation: 8000' ft

#5> SILVER LAKE

Location: West Slope of Highway 88

Site Information and Reports from Silver Lake

Daily Report from Silver Lake

Latitude: 38.6780°N

Longitude: -120.1180°W

Elevation: 7100' ft

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Basic Facts

Basic High Sierra Weather Resources for the Backpacker

The Sierra Crest is noted for having the capacity to produce four seasons of weather during a single Summer Day. Rain, snow, hail, fog, lightening, and a bit of sunshine can all happen in quick sequence.

The High Sierras are noted for rapid changes in weather and temperature, and the sudden appearance of harsh weather trends. You may experience anything from intense heat to bitterly cold Summer snow storms. Or you may not. In any case, weather must be considered and preparations made to deal with these weather facts BEFORE entering the High Sierras.

Long Distance Backpackers who were on the High Sierra Crest in early August of 2009 experienced just such a series of Summer Snow Storms.

Temperatures dropped to the high teens and low twenties, snow and hail fell which partially obscured the trails, and all of those who entertained the misconception that the Sierras only have fine weather during the Summertime were bitterly disappointed. Luckily for the many backcountry travelers who were not properly prepared, those storms blew apart, rather than consolidated and deepened.

Weather considerations should guide your gear selection.

Weather Preparations for Backcountry Travel

All Seasons

Always check the National Weather Service Satellites

The NWS Satellites will give you an orbital view of potiential storm activity. Combined with your use of the NWS Maps and Forecasts, you can prepare yourself for the likely weather. Note: especially check the 28km infrared and water vapor animations, which require Java Script.

Check the National Weather Service Maps

NWS Maps Note: Especially Check the 24 to 48 Hour fronts and Precipitation Maps.

Consult the National Weather Service Home Page

The National Weather Service Home Page displays large and small scale weather warnings which may pertain to your High Sierra backpacking plans.

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