A milestone memory and an 18 of a day! This solo trek on the Ben Lomond Track in Queenstown (1438 m elevation gain) was a trip highlight and the New Zealand alps (seen here from The Saddle) is one of the most spectacular views I have ever seen. #optoutside #whyihike #gratitude #benlomond #queenstown #wecandohardthings #newzealand #fitnessmotivation #onedayatatime #alwaysforward #newzealandadventures #mountains