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Journal
R.E.Johnson
1967
88
July 19 Two Pan, Wallowa Co., Oregon to Seven Devils Campground,
Idaho Co., Idaho (cont.)
(8407 ft)
Heavens Gate Vista Point, from which one can see
4 states & much topography as well as get a good view
of the higher pks of the Seven Devils Mtus. The
Vista Pt. is a rocky pt. with an open White-
bark Pine Forest growing around it. Flowers include
Yarrow, Cinquefoil, Hairbell, Alumroot, Phlox, Eriogonum,
Sedum, Lousewort, Castilleja, Penstemon, Everlasting,
Lupine, Jacobs Ladder, plus gooseberry, sedges & rushes.
Glacier Lilies had mostly gone to seed. At 7:45 PM
an Oregon Juncos was singing. Chipping Sparrows &
Mtn. Chickadees were also seen. Pocket Gophers
working were common.
July 20 Seven Devils Campground, Idaho Co., Idaho
Clouds passing over in early morning (7-9 AM) and in
afternoon (2 PM on). Left camp late (8:50 AM) & headed
up the Fishermans trail from campsite 4 toward the
spring. It leads to a cirque with snow in it, a
temporary opening in the timber where Buttercups & Red
Heather grow. A Pika was heard.
The trail goes to the right & mounts the top of the
ridge which is covered with White-bark Pine. Chipping
Sparrows & Mtn. Bluebirds feed on the ground under the
trees and a Robin was heard. A Blue Grouse was seen
also. From this vantage point Mirror Lake can be
seen. The trail continues along the ridge & is marked by