Backpacked to the top of Bell Mountain today. I’m making camp in a clearing just east of the peak. The view is pretty good…

I only encountered one other hiker on the trail, and he was heading out. I arrived in camp pretty late, taking time to check out the available campsites. All other campsites near the summit were empty. For all intents and purposes, I have a mountain all to myself tonight. Since this campsite has an established fire ring, I may even enjoy a campfire for an hour or so after dark…