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"The Crystal Lake trail in the Uintas has multiple scenic lakes to backpack into for the night ranging from .2 to 4 miles long.

Crystal Lake is the first at less than a quarter mile in, or the last in this case on the way back down."

-Nick Oman @nickomanphotography

 
 
Gear List:

Tent - Teton Sports Mountain Ultra 2

Slick Lake Playa

Clear nights complement the camping experience in the vast dry bed of Lake Playa.

Capitol Reef Storm

Strong storms are part of the equation at this campspot in Capitol Reef National Park.

Sierra Exchange

Tentview en route to Iva Bell Hotsprings in the John Muir Wilderness.