Signal Mountain

 

The 3-mile ascent to Signal Mountain's crest was worth every step. Halfway there we met up with a family from Wisconsin and climbed into a wooded area before they slowed and we went our separate ways. It's always amazing how friendly people are when you are sharing a day's goal and an appreciation of the the surroundings. 

These panoramic views from the top are Jason's work. He captures the valley with the Tetons directly behind him. He also snapped the one with the sunlight streaming through the trees as we hiked down.

We saw a moose on the last .5 miles as we crossed a park road. He was enjoying his dinner by a pond, but grew agitated with the swelling group of spectators armed with cameras. He started walking toward us. Everyone had a vehicle for escape, except us. I took off in a jog, but Jason warned me not to make sudden movements. The moose actually just wanted to cross the road, away from the audience. He disappeared into the forest.