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Old 08-30-2010, 05:53 PM
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ContainsImages Wind River Range - Lizard Head Loop

Just got back last week after traveling from Oklahoma City to Boulder, WY - First trip of 2010.
Spent 5 days, 4 nights hiking the 40+ mile Lizard Head Loop starting from Big Sandy Campground. (August 18th through 22nd)
Should have been 4 days and 3 nights but I got the dog and myself lost at the top of the loop and spent a day off on another trail to Moccasin Lake.

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The self-portrait/comatose dog photo is a riot! NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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Old 09-03-2010, 07:58 PM
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Love the dog photos!!!

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Old 09-06-2010, 10:39 AM
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I've already done the west side! I want to get to Baptiste Lake and to Lizard Head Plateau. I mig NOTE: The remainder of this post can be read by logging in. For free PBF membership click here
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Old 09-12-2010, 02:23 AM
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Great report and beautiful scenery.
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