December 25, 2025 25-736 #47

Stranded hiker on Highway 120 east near Sagehen Summit. Update in progress.

Travel was difficult in deep unconsolidated snow

On Highway 120 east just past the winter closure gate

There was 18” of somewhat supportive snow over 4-6’ of unconsolidated low quality snow

Often the snow was so deep it was pushing over the sled cowling

IC: Pelichowski, Belcher Ops Leader: Beck Responders: Leyen, Carlson