Here we set up two tents, purified the snowmelt flowing under the rocks for drinking water, cooked supper and prepared for tomorrows summit attempt.

It’s a six mile hike (3,360 vertical feet) from the trailhead up to the Boulderfield.

During the night we were aware of numerous hiking parties passing through the boulderfield. Many of those climbing Long’s Peak as a day trip must leave the trailhead at 2 or 3 am.