Walking among these ancient trees makes it difficult to envision an organic thing living for thousands of years. The twisted remains of long-dead Bristlecone Pines trees are a sight to behold. The width and breadth of their massive trunks bear testament to their long lives.
Read MoreAshdown Gorge via Crystal Springs and Potato Hollow
We cross another trail and continue on towards Potato Hollow. The trail makes a switchback and everyone groans as we realize we need to climb another ridgeline before our final long descent to the head of Ashdown Gorge.
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