Shadow at Dawn

Our exit out of Yosemite involved crossing a pass over this range into Ansel Adams wilderness. We rose early to give us a lot of time to cross over Donohue Pass at about 11,000 feet. The early morning being renewed and awaken the senses. The best time to get ahead of afternoon thunderstorms that build up while being so exposed to the higher altitude, strong winds, and intense UV light. Once at the pass, we recovered a bit before the long descent over Island Pass and into Ansel Adams for an overnight stay at Shadow Lake.

In view here is the Lyell Fork, Lyell Glacier with Lyell Peak and Mt Maclure to the upper right out of view.


About James Austin

☩ U.S. military veteran and electrical engineer with experience in technical management, an MBA from Pepperdine University, and an M.A. in Theological Studies. My background extends to wilderness exploration, over 140 mountain summits from walk-ups to technical ascents, and travel throughout Europe and the Americas. This site reflects my continuing engagement with scripture, theology, literature, and advanced electronics.

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