We had mulled over where to run today, and finally decided on Sylvan Lake again. I was wanting to try more of the trails there. It was all over 5500 feet and could go as high as 7200. We didn't want to drive too far or run too far, and by tackling some of the Harney Creek trail, we could meet all our requirements. 
The route headed out and for about half a mile was nice rolling trails--nice and soft--winding between the pines and boulders.
Then we started to climb.
Taking a breather.
The trail really got steep.
And of course I wanted to go.
The views from the top were breath-taking. (or maybe it was the climbing and altitude.)
The climb back down from the tower was tricky but doable.
Dana runs down across a burn area.
I nearly double-rainbowed over the Cathedral formation. Very amazing.
Got a bit more running in on the way back down. No surprise here.
Our friend Mr Sun was with us today.
We had spectacular skies. South Dakota is a trail runners paradise.
And the refueling was good too!!
The route headed out and for about half a mile was nice rolling trails--nice and soft--winding between the pines and boulders.
Then we started to climb.
Taking a breather.
The trail really got steep.
And of course I wanted to go.The views from the top were breath-taking. (or maybe it was the climbing and altitude.)
The climb back down from the tower was tricky but doable.
Dana runs down across a burn area.
I nearly double-rainbowed over the Cathedral formation. Very amazing.
Got a bit more running in on the way back down. No surprise here.
Our friend Mr Sun was with us today.
We had spectacular skies. South Dakota is a trail runners paradise.
And the refueling was good too!!
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