April 24, 2012.    4th day.   Mile point 52.6.      Gorgeous weather today, cool yet clear.   Perfect hiking weather.    The terrain has now flattened out somewhat. 

Hiked about 17 miles today.   Camped at the Pioneer Mail Picnic area.    Had a long conversation with a horse trekker who was ending his trek because his horse, one of three, became lame.    Years of planning and he is out after less than a week.   Lots of folks camping here.   Although the hikers spread out during the day they tend to congregate around the water sources at the end of the day.