Serene hike to the Lake Bouillouses Natural Site in Pyrenees-Orientales, France
It was the first day of our 2 day hike to the Pic Carlit (2921m). This bright sunny day started at the camping Pla de Barres and we planned to walk around 10 kms to the lake Pradeilles.
We were so excited to do this hike as it's been a long time since we ascended the peak Puigmal last year. All the first part of the trail was a very easy and relaxing walk along the banks of the river Tet. It is one of our favourit type of routes where you really get to enjoy the shadow of the forest and the water flowing nearby. It's been really tempting to get in the water and to take the bath in the river as there were some deep places where the water could be quite warm. The ground under our feet was very soft and bouncy to step at because of the amount of peat in it and it was such a nice feeling. Sometimes the trail was becoming very muddy and slippery but most of the time it was following the little forest paths. We met lots of beautiful flowers and greenery on the way as well as cows and horse pastures. And this land is known to be one of the best pasture lands in the region. We guess it's because of the abundance of water and thus lots of grass for the cattle. We tasted some wild strawberries and they were very sweet and delicious. Then to our sight opened up the view of the mountain range in the distance and one of them was our goal -Pic Carlit. The day was quite hot as it was the start of August and we were really glad to see the clouds coming out at one point. And we learnt throughout this year of hiking that the clouds are the blessing for a hiker and not necessarily mean the bad weather even though the footage can look less bright and cheerful. Closer to an end we had to conquer a steep uphill and got out to the lake Pradeilles. There we found a very nice place to camp right at the lakeside and we were glad to see the signs of the camping allowed in this area. This way we felt more secure and not concerned about hiding our tent or anything. And we were lucky to get a very picturesque spot all to ourselves even though there were lots of people hiking around. So we put up our tent, collected some water from the lake, cooked and ate our dinner and after watching the sun hiding behind the peaks we were out to sleep. And the next day was promising some new exciting adventures...
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I walked down from refuge Wallon for a rest and supply day at Cauterets. There are two camp sites, one which is near a road and a fair walk from town and the other, Camping Vignemale, where I've now been three times.
Cauterets is a pleasant town with plenty of shops and restaurants. There's even a wholefood shop where you can buy Tofu. Outdoor shops too so if you need anything you'll be able to get it. If you walk the HRP it makes for a very strategic diversion for supplies.
It's easy to get down to Cauterets from Pont d'Espagne and easy getting up to it. Just put your thumb out and hitch. I've done it many times, never waited more than fifteen minutes and it's mostly been five minutes or less. I'm not sure how you'd find it if you were a couple or group of three.
When I went back to Pont d'Espagne to continue walking I realised I'd forgotten about the cable car and ski lift and had never used them. It was irresistible! The lower part of the walk to Lac de Gaube is not very interesting and it's fun to glide through the skies, if a little scary.
I finish this video with another selection of photographs, all from 2014. My tent is a Tarptent Rainbow which is superb for summer backpacking in the Pyrenees.
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Pyrenees May 2016 - Campsite in Ochagavia
Evening ride in the woods. Very good campsite stayed for 5 nights excellent roads over to France.