The hiking trail turned out longer than expected, but the views were worth it. We started early and finished just before sunset. Next time we should bring more snacks and a better map. Yes, I'd recommend the north loop first – it's less crowded and has a stream crossing that's really refreshing. Let me know if you want the GPS coordinates.
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I tried that new cold brew method you mentioned – used a coarse grind and steeped it for 18 hours in the fridge. The result was super smooth, almost sweet. I think the ratio was 1:4 coffee to water, but I'll adjust next time. Thanks for the tip, it really improved my morning routine. Let me know if you have other brewing experiments.