#28 PCT 2021. Big Bear Lake To Idyllwild, CA.

Hitting the 200 miles to go marker and climbing San Jacinto.

[@carolemurray4532]

I know you gals are getting ready for the end of the trail to come soon. Can't blame you, six months is a long time to be on the trail. But I for one will miss your post. Be sure to let us know what your RV adventure will be for the winter and bring us along!

[@FishMH]

Rest well you trail weary ladies. Such accomplishments, such wisdom and humility. Thankyou with every step, every turn, every laugh 🦃🦃🦃❤️🦾🎶

[@standingonmountain3975]

I love watching your amazing adventures because you make me feel like I am part of it walking with you on trails, camping, doing happy town dance, like you are talking to me. It's such a rare quality 🥰🥰🥰

[@sandrap3047]

Love that so many trail angels want to help you out! Hope you ladies feel how much you three are loved! ❤️

[@3girls3wheels]

I love it !! You gals are awesome......getting my 64 year old butt back out there !!

[@morgaynelove9327]

Loved it! Y'all are awesome and intense! And like the Eveready bunny you just keep going! 😁😁😁 Sending bright blessings for your ongoing PCT journey! Thanks for taking us with you! 💛💛💛

[@westcoastislander6699]

Om Gosh! Can't believe that we've been following you since May! Less than 200 miles to go!!! You are absolutely amazing! You are inspiring so many people to make themselves better, whatever that may be for each one. Thank you for including us on your amazing journey.

[@garys.forrest2416]

You folks are good medicine! Just what the world needs today. Goat

[@kelliesharpe1067]

Holy cow what a beautiful sky! I cry on mornings like that...proudly. I hope beautiful sunrises never stop punching me in the gut like they do. Dreading the end but happy for yall!

[@barbarablanchard8153]

So happy for my special people. Seems funny to watch the trail going the other way. Beautiful pictures, sunrises, and sunsets....You do a great job.

[@kimberlypenney7216]

Can you imagine packing that Terrain with snow on it! You all a testimony to perseverance.

[@elisaadams2292]

Absolutely beautiful! Y’all are amazing and I am so appreciative to you for sharing your journey. WAWO Forever!

[@pamaladarsow2763]

💗💗💗 That is so sweet leaving you gals a sign. I am excited for you , almost done 👍

[@coryoverstreet865]

Beautiful! it’s notoriously windy thru whitewater to the I 10. I’m glad you didn’t get any! . Wicked ascent to San Jac and you still have smiles on your faces😁😁😁 🏔🏕 I am continually blown away by y’all! Enjoy quaint and comfy Idyllwild ☮️

[@mickeybrumfield764]

You ladies are very impressive, I hike all this terrain and know what it takes to go up San Jacinto from I-10 carrying water, your right it was abnormally hot weather during the time you did it. Very well done thanks for sharing.

[@TheLynzrex00]

Finally caught up with your videos. You are a huge inspiration! Thank you for showing us your journey!

[@susanliverman9819]

Well done! Love the video and your grit and determination. Hoping to see you in San Diego County, walk the trail with you for a bit, and help make your final 109.5 mile journey a bit easier. Send me a message so i know when to meet you.

[@sherriwright4827]

Live the dawn happy town dance. That was a great shot. Happy Thanksgiving you may be done by this time, and what a huge thing to be thankful for. We are all thankful you brought us along on these wanderings ladies. Well done

[@esthershankula6760]

Super excited for you ladies! You are almond there! I sure appreciate your hard work and honestly! Such an inspiration!

[@YellowRoseoftx]

Y’all are tough! Beautiful area but looked brutal to do.. my hats off to you! Almost done take care b safe 😎🍾👏🏻TX👍🏻

[@celise7159]

Such great footage. I love their choice of music. I feel like I'm watching a movie! I will be following them. 🤗

[@birdwatcherjean6293]

Have a wonderful and well deserved rest ladies. Almost there. Soooo inspiring :)

[@carolmiller4397]

Almost done. Congratulations. Snow Creek Trail from the I10 is my winter training trail and San Jacinto is my summer training in between Sierra backpacking trips. Funny how watching your video of the trails I hike almost seem unrecognizable. Maybe because I hike looking down too much. 🤭

[@cindypayne9085]

Nice job ladies! Carrying that water is rough! Way to hang tough just a few more miles to go! 💞

[@JohndaCantrell]

Amazed again! You Ladies truly are wonder women! That was such an accomplishment and how breathtakingly beautiful!! Triple crown couch potatoes have only seen that (at least me) when its a snowy treacherous ordeal. Bravo! Bravo 👏

[@hunterrex232]

At first I didn’t really know if I would like y’all but y’all have become one of my favorite hikers. Thanks for sharing your adventures

[@kristymoore7052]

Like the blues in the background. Now that’s just good watching-ya-walk-listening music. :) I live near Yosemite now, but grew up in that area and have never backpacked it and want to. Am so inspired by your journey. Love every minute you show.

[@rebeccaj5252]

You ladies rock this big time.....WOW you make it look easy. Kristy your songs are stuck in my head...LOL I love them Thank you

[@TheHikingChick1]

Badassery in progress! 👏💪👏💪👏💪🌻💛

[@wanderingoutyonder]

The sunrises & sunsets are beyond wonderful - and your honesty about being ready to be done was touching. The KZbin world will be lost while waiting for your next adventure - you ladies have found a place in so many people's weekly routines by sharing your experiences & journey! We personally look forward to each and every video from you ladies!

[@caitlin.hardee]

Got my permit - start date April 15th baby!!! :D When I'm out there I'll be thinking of you Wander Women and your badass example!

[@wanderwomenkristyannette5021]

Yay! Best of luck to you.

[@lynnedmiston5237]

Good luck to you!

[@anneholland552]

Oh goodness, that heat wave just as you did the climb up San Jacinto! Well done for trekking onwards! I must admit my friends and I rescheduled a planned day hike in the area on the 14th because of the heat. So nice to see you on trails I recognize. I’m going to miss these updates when you get to Campo!

[@mojavelight]

So close now! Bummed you are in my area now and I can’t figure out how to catch up to you. Glad you are finding solid hospitality along the way.

[@mojavelight]

I will add, you guys will love the beginning of Section A - Julian and Mt Laguna area, Anza Borrego. Love seeing you on the trails I frequent! Stay safe. Keep treasuring these moments.

[@mamawelder]

@@mojavelight Anza Borego is gorgeous!. Love that area.

[@lovedogsontheloose]

Much love to you all. I thought you might be mildly amused to know that I had the iPhone propped up against the stove watching you while frying okra for dinner. And I only dropped one piece! ;-)

[@wanderwomenkristyannette5021]

Very nice. I love okra.

[@deboraward1574]

I love the music you chose...great tunes You guys are amazing

[@djd1269]

Beautiful ending and beginning of the daylight every single day! So close now! Happy Thanksgiving week!

[@kellyjohnson3617]

Welcome to the Sonoran desert and the huge hills/mountains. From I-10 to idyllwild is charming once you get past the insane climb. I’m glad you are getting up San jacinto ( which you are one of the few who pronounce it right, hacinto, not yacinto) in the heat rather than an early snow but that climb is punishing in the heat cuz it is up, up, and up some more. But once you hit the tree line it helps a lot. Cuz it is gloriously beautiful

[@Mountaingirl1876]

Another beautiful video! Cheering you on! Go WAWO!😍

[@skyblue-lb9kr]

You Girls are pure Joy.........and especially cute when you complain :)

[@stevenvarner9806]

Much of the trail down to CA 74 follows the original California Riding and Hiking Trail (1945-). You'll be crisscrossing it and joining it a lot between San Jacinto and Mount Laguna.

[@demelar]

I noticed that trail on guthooks today.

[@RusselynConnor]

Hope Idyllwild gave you some rest. Wowee, WaWo! Almost there!

[@lindaselover2536]

Enjoying the music and watching you all crush the miles. So close!

[@LJ-pp9wj]

Continue to inspire 🙌❤️❤️❤️🙌

[@cherrigray]

I miss you gals by 3 days!! I was hiking the PCT off Hwy 74 with my son on Sunday (14th) and told him I was keeping an eye out for you. I was so hoping to meet you all in person! Enjoy your final days on your adventure!

[@demelar]

Sorry our paths didn't cross this time.

[@helenvwalker7919]

Some great sunrises🌄Hope you can get the rest your bodies are craving to push on for that last stretch.

[@rkatrails]

You guys are such a trip! So fun to watch. Great footage. You're gett'n close to the end!

[@gerilos9802]

Sorry to see this trip end soon. Funny how we all want to keep watching you three and you're doing all the work. Anxious to hear what's next, after you rest for the winter. It's been a pleasure to be with you since the beginning of the A.T. You are 3 ladies I would love to have for "sister friends". I noticed more than ever on this video how many bends in the path you walked around, not knowing what was on the other side. Such is life, we don't know what's around the corner, just hope it's something we can handle. Have fun finishing your adventure. As usual, take care, be safe.

[@demelar]

Thanks Geri. I guess the not knowing is what makes it interesting, right?

[@glendacrouch1877]

You gals are the best! You always make my week better. Love love that happy dance! Three tough & wonderful women!

[@jimmyjohnstone5878]

No seatbelts in the rear of that van...

[@fineherr4683]

All of you are super athlete. Thanks for sharing this wonderful adventure.

[@gerilos9802]

P.S. Where did you leave your packs as you went up San Jacinto peak? Did you have to worry animals would get into them?

[@demelar]

We hung our packs in a tree. There's quite a bit of foot traffic at that junction so we weren't too worried about an animal invasion.

[@jimmyjenkins9240]

Getting close! 👍👏👏

[@evapierce1090]

Wow. Im so excited for you. Beautiful stretch of trail. Cant wait to see you to the end and see what your next adventure will be.

[@debbiesmith4624]

Awesomely wonderful ! Wander Women rock, thanks for taking me with you. ❤️

[@roncross1945]

Great video. I hiked this section a few years ago NOBO in March. Lots of snow then.

[@sweetpea191962]

Hi Lassies As always Amazing, inspiring Wonder Women. Loving the colours and the views never disapoint. OK am worried now Pesky has been far too quiet what has she been plotting? Take care, keeping cruising on look forward to next instalment 😘😎

[@Snickers_GLNY]

Breathtaking scenery and in awe of you three!

[@dutch6022]

Such a pleasure to meet you on the trail above Warner Springs today!

[@demelar]

Wishing you well with your PCT thru hike dream.

[@stanthemanhikes2965]

Crazy climb up San Jacinto !!!

[@HikingGMa]

AMAZING LADIES!!!!!!! that hike is know as the Cactus to Clouds trail to us locals.

[@brookeshaffer4377]

Hey gals.I love the dumplings at the Himalayan in BBL.So glad your doin great💕Love watching these videos🌟

[@TheDen2022]

It's my three adopted Sisters from another mother. I was just thinking about you all. This section looked tough. But as always you pushed through. Always love those town faces 😊 this section was really nice and scenic. Less than 200 miles left. Let's do this 💪 sending lots of love to you all from Oregon 💖

[@Jay_A52]

Great video!

[@janmariolle]

Wow! That was an amazing section and achievement! Not long now….❤️❤️❤️

[@arandompersonp9883]

As you all get close to finishing, was this your hardest section through the PCT? You all are awesome. May I ask how old each of you are? I-am going on 65 this year and plan on retiring soon. Hopefully I can get out there soon

[@wanderwomenkristyannette5021]

The desert might be the hardest. We are 64, 64 and 57 .

[@mamawelder]

@@wanderwomenkristyannette5021 sweet! I’m 60 & shooting for 2023. Any luthiers out there who want to live in Santa Barbara and cover for me for 5 months?

[@wanderwomenkristyannette5021]

Best of luck to you.

[@mickreid7153]

A mazing miles, well done people. 🖖👍👊

[@jenniferbostrom759]

That sunrise tho!!! Beautiful! You women are amazing!

[@oilfinder]

Good video, great scenes, thank you, but, when you girls finish, then what will I watch?

[@demelar]

Seinfeld reruns?

[@oilfinder]

@@demelar no, probably wonder women rereuns!

[@borderterrierpoppyadventures]

I don’t know how you do it. I know that desert. Ugh.

[@michellegates309]

Wow! Just wow, to you ladies and the trail. Amazing. Thanks for sharing

[@ashleysteinhart7956]

Do you ladies have a "winter address" (PO Box, please, lotsa crazies out there.) Your fans out here might want to send you a real letter...

[@dw1214]

Oh my! The places you've been and the things you're seen! Amazing strong women. The sunrises were stunning. Can't wait to see where ~we're ~going next! 😄

[@carlsenlifeafter60carlsen11]

This is great, I live in the desert and I also live in big Bear in the summer. These women worry about bears? Or other animals? I’m enjoying the videos I just would be afraid of the animals.

[@EvieVermont]

Loved this video. So great that people support you by driving you places and treat you to meals. WOW. Glad to see you three gals together again, Love to you all.

[@EvieVermont]

Loved this video. So great that people support you by driving you places and treat you to meals. WOW. Glad to see you three gals together again, Love to you all.

[@patrickdevere1881]

Beautiful video ladies stay safe wears valley TN watching

[@nitsymccarthy7803]

Can't believe you walked up Snow Creek Rd. That's crazy. People walk down it not up. Almost done grrls! Good for you. Can't wait until I'm fully retired and do the same...on different trails. There are so many!

[@demelar]

Down might be the wiser choice ...

[@nitsymccarthy7803]

@@demelar Revisiting your vids since the weather is so good right now...except for the wind. Will be doing Idyllwild to MX soon.

[@demelar]

@@nitsymccarthy7803 Being out on the trail sounds marvelous. Good luck to you as you journey south.

[@terrilowry937]

What beautiful sunrises...

[@janetantill3312]

Today in Honor of you all . My grandkids and I donated 3 families in our town Thanksgiving Dinners through our local food bank in your names The Wonder Women of the PCT 2021 . God Bless you all ! As much as you guys want to be done we will miss you guys on trail ! Being on the East Coast I have no way to trail angel you guys ,so we trail angled 3 families in your name !

[@wanderwomenkristyannette5021]

Love it. Thank you.

[@glendacrouch1877]

That is such a beautiful idea and thing to do. Thank you for doing that & giving me that wonderful idea!

[@lynnedmiston5237]

Janet thank you so much!

[@doriswlongAgoandfarAway]

Love this. The colors were amazing - not to mention the dancing. I get up and dance with you every time.

[@livelytonya1]

YAY!! GO GO GO !! You got this!

[@windeaglemartin1800]

When you do last video can you post the name of person who did your water bottle holders again!

[@michelleoglesbee-flores3648]

Another beautiful area. Are you seeing any other sobos on trail? I met a great you lady in wa and or -kate aka Indy and am wondering of she is still on trail. Me thinks you will be having a good celebratory Turkey feast next week. Thinking of trying to do the miles that were closed to fire if reopen next year? I will be down in that area memorial weekend in the Portola ca area for Descend on Lost Sierra.

[@wanderwomenkristyannette5021]

There are a few hikers in front of us.

[@mamawelder]

@@wanderwomenkristyannette5021 Pritch, another flipper that was ahead of you, dropped out around Tehachapi.

[@victoriamoore1294]

So impressive, that last part was so tough. Proud of you and as always thanks for taking us along. 🥰

[@ames4657]

❤️

[@littlethislittlethat456]

Nice to see you are nearing the end. What a trip to remember. John from MI

[@elsajohnson6663]

Amazing!

[@tamitng]

Beautiful Scenery! 💕💕💕

[@marthawade5297]

Oh my, that was a beautiful

[@marthawade5297]

Section. But I sympathize with your exhaustion. You have been at this for a long while. The end is coming soon. You are all beasts to conquer this trail.

[@brendalu511]

oh you may be ready for it to be over but gosh I sure am going to miss these videos. Peace Out!

[@AT-Bluebird]

You guys are soooo the bomb! 🥾🥾🥾

[@starman10548]

THAT WAS. BEAUTIFUL, THANKS.

[@mamawelder]

Ya’ll are Bad Ass!! 💪🏼So close to the end!👏. Question for Netty, my sister wants to know what toe spreaders you use. At least I thought I heard in a past video you were using some.

[@wanderwomenkristyannette5021]

They are called Correct Toes.

[@mamawelder]

@@wanderwomenkristyannette5021 thanks!!

[@allencrider]

Nice! I love Idylwild too.

[@douglaspohl1827]

WW you rock! Tell us your camera... your videos are crisp and a pleasure to watch. Rock on!

[@wanderwomenkristyannette5021]

Samsung S10

[@anitamckenzie4895]

Happy holiday ladies.!!!

[@tincanbits6404]

Always happy to tag along.

[@vickiebartnicki4216]

First time I have seen the peak of San Jacinto without snow. Great job! Looks like you have had plenty of water sources. Yeah! the trio is back together. Looks like you had a great time. Even with the heat and hard climb. Thanks for sharing and bringing us with you. You are almost done. Blessings and safe hiking.

[@theskyehiker]

Wow. I can imagine you all are getting ready to be done. It is bitter sweet for me as I’ve so enjoyed watching you all over these past six months. I hope you can enjoy the last bit as there are some beautiful trail miles ahead, though nothing as tough as what you’ve just done. Wander on!

[@rrichardson53]

You three gals are so blessed to have each other to hike the PCT with as you seem so well matched in age, good health, stamina and drive. Beautiful section (sorry about the heat and tough miles). You are so close to the end 🧡