I did this hike about 50 years ago. There was a metal box (reset) at the top of the peak that was cemented into a small group of jagged rocks with a lid and a hinge. Inside of it was a book and a pencil for writing your thoughts about the hike and the view. It was a great diversion and reward to read everyone else's comments while resting a bit before heading down. Some funny, some very poignant as well. Oh, and the cactus. I was a bit surprised how close you were putting your hands to the cactus (and knew it was only a matter of time), since that stuff will shed a bit and be on the ground and the rocks around the cactus. Good for you on making the hike.
I have a video on the full traverse to hit all 4 peaks as well (just did it in April)! That's a lot more exciting with much more tough climbing. But yes I run into cactus quite a bit in my offtrail adventures
So sad because of the fire that burned all those beautiful trees!! It used to be a small beautiful pine Forest up there and there was actually a lot of shade in some areas because of those trees!
