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STREAM CROSSINGS Of the walks described here, 14 have a stream crossing without a constructed bridge. Many of these are trivial to hop across, but several require balancing on a log or rocks, a long leap, or wet feet. What can be trivial for most of the year can be frightening and dangerous during the week of peak flow, generally in June or early July. As you approach a crossing, keep your eyes alert to spur trails, indicating the most-used crossing point, often a downed log that is slightly upstream or downstream of the trail. If nothing is immediately obvious, take a few minutes to hunt for a safe, dry crossing before jumping into the water. If you must wade a river, find a sturdy stick or hiking pole, or join arms with a hiking partner to help maintain your balance. Bare feet are OK for a sandy river bottom, but keep your shoes on if it is rocky; you are much more likely to slip if your feet are uncomfortable and you lack a firm stance. When water flows are high, expect wet feet en route to Lukens Lake (ssss1) and Mono Pass (ssss1). It is inadvisable to ever enter a swiftly flowing large stream, including the Merced River in Yosemite Valley, when in flood or at high flow.