Sun, Aug 13, 2023
Brought a 4 and 6 year old. This was their 3-4th hike of the season, but they managed it well. There are lots of stairs but the ending made it SO WORTH IT! Even though this is peak summer, and most dry (so less water along the way) it was still lovely.
Tue, Aug 1, 2023 - Thu, Aug 3, 2023
So-To-Lick was named by locals "Indian Henry". Indian Henry's Hunting Ground has captivated many hikers for well over a century. With wildflowers and the backdrop of Rainier, it easily takes your breath away. Living in the shadow of the mountain my entire life, I became more curious about So-To-Lick after discovering a small monument within a cemetery tucked along a lonely road near the flanks of the Nisqually river. By adding time to your backpack, your trip can be about the journey.
Fri, Aug 11, 2023
Beautiful day with a good team.
Sun, Aug 13, 2023
Beautiful day-long adventure to this fairly remote area of our favorite Park!
Sat, Aug 12, 2023
A quick trip from Titlow Park to Owens Beach and back.
Thu, Aug 10, 2023
Beautiful views despite some tedious chossy sidehilling.
Wed, Aug 9, 2023
We launched in the Woodard Bay Natural Resources Conservation Area, at the canoe launch next to the parking lot. We then paddled out through Woodard Bay, into Chapman Bay, then north in Henderson Inlet, up to Cliff Point, where we turned around and returned to the launch site.
Sat, Jul 29, 2023 - Tue, Aug 1, 2023
A gorgeous and immersive alpine traverse to the summit of Mount Deception (2nd highest peak in the Olympic Mountains). Miles of ridge running as well as many tarns/basins bereft of other humans.
Sat, Jul 29, 2023 - Sun, Jul 30, 2023
Up and over the west ridge with light overnight gear and no need for any snow gear. We summited on our first day, and descended to bivy sites at 7700' amongst some trees next to the Cascadian Couloir, then an easy hike out on Sunday.
Sat, Aug 5, 2023 - Sun, Aug 6, 2023
Beautiful location, but hard trail with all the roots, rocks, steep incline, and boulders that have to be crossed. Wildflowers were out, minimal bugs, and plenty of water sources!
Fri, Jul 28, 2023 - Sun, Jul 30, 2023
Probably one of the most rewarding trips for me so far! A challenge, but oh so worth it. The views and the people in our group were spectacular!
Mon, Jul 31, 2023 - Fri, Aug 4, 2023
A specular 5-day backpack through the southern uncrowded section of Oregon's Eagle Cap Wilderness.
Sat, Aug 5, 2023
Long day with challenging off-trail routefinding to a seldom visited area of Mount Rainier.
Sat, Aug 5, 2023
We had a great hike, but be warned the gate is understaffed and can close at anytime.
Sat, Jul 29, 2023
Navigation and some T3/T4 moves on the ridgeline made the trip so much fun. And the views in the area were great!
Fri, Aug 4, 2023
A wonderful mixed terrain climb with great views going up Quien Sabe glacier, stunning 360 degree views from the summit, and spectacular views going down the Sahale glacier.
Fri, Aug 4, 2023
Faint trail at times, so not for the faint of heart hiker.
Thu, Aug 3, 2023
We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful day!
Sat, Jun 24, 2023 - Mon, Jun 26, 2023
A three-day backpacking trip along the ONP coast from Oil City to Third Beach. Field trip for the Seattle Coastal Backpacking Course.
