Perfect autumn weather and great conditions for this gorgeous trek!
last scramble before the big water
Beautiful weather, awesome view, so many peaks to see. Trai is in good condition, but there are 3 or 4 large fallen trees that should be removed. Lots and lots of switchbacks. Restroom at trail head is closed but one at west end of parking lot is open. Note: some other hikers on trail got stung by yellow jackets. The alternate route shown on gaia and caltopo must be a snow route. Do not use this.
The newest trail in the newest wilderness area in Washington state. Situated on a west-facing slope adorned with meadows and, on a clear day, views of Glacier, Sloan, and Kyes peaks from the summit.
Good trip along a sparsely visiting coastline.
A fun, bolted alpine route with a bouldery crux move.
We camped two nights at Sand Point, and made a day trip north to the Wedding Rocks and the petroglyphs on the shoreline.
A gorgeous ‘out and back’ scramble to vast meadows and breathtaking views in Cowlitz Park (Point 6859 in the SE portion of Mount Rainier National Park).
Glacier quite broken up, summit not attained and unlikely for other parties unless speedy and highly motivated
A fantastic alpine climb and good teaching vehicle that will require the full quiver of alpine rock skills.
Beautiful day, great weather. We decided to try going up the old Mason Lake trail. Not recommended for anyone that does not like scrambling or route finding or taking more time. I found it to be a nice adventure, but definitely not worth coming down that route. The Summit views were awesome, from Baker to Adams. Good views of the Snoqualmie area peaks also, I'm still confused why "Putrid Pete" is in the trip description since this is a hike listing. "Ira Spring Trailhead with various destinations" would be a better listing. Putrid Pete's Peak is a scramble peak requiring route finding and should not be lumped with hke listings.
Church Creek to Satsop trailhead, end to end and back again. Switchbacking up and down steep old growth slopes next to sheer chasms.
Challenging and scenic with plenty of solitude- but be ready for heat, sun, lots of blowdowns, overgrown brush, and dust!
This was a pleasant Sunday morning scramble and four students successfully completed their final rock scramble.
