Walk through the Union Bay Natural area observing birds and other wildlife.
A nice workout with expansive views (listed under Mutton Mountain due to its proximity and popularity for Winter Scrambles). A hike in the summer, the substantial snows still remaining make this a great winter scramble of ~16 miles and ~4000’ gain using the Ranger Creek trail.
Successful climb of Colchuck NBC
A 2 day trip through the San Juan islands, camping on two beautiful islands, and using tidal currents for considerable boost through most of the route.
A great hike! Lots of variety, views, wind and wildflowers. Also, plenty of poison oak, but it wasn't overgrowing the trail.
We really liked this hike! Great views (even with low clouds) and variety. Lots of wildflowers. Very popular, so you won't be alone!
Fantastic if not windy end of week single pitch fun!
Eleven mile loop of Blanchard Mtn from East lower trailhead minimizing crowds, visiting Oyster Dome and Samish Overlook
A stunning hike through the hills just outside Wenatchee. Fields of flowers abound during this time of year and our hike leader, Richard DeBois, timed this hike perfectly. Every turn in the trail revealed a new view of amazing color. It got warm (81 degrees), but a nice breeze helped out.
A walk in the woods on a warm spring evening.
Early-mid season climb via Palmer Glacier/Pearly Gates
Six Olympia and two Everett Scrambling successfully completed a snow scramble on a nice weather day.
Encountered snow at 3'400, consolidated and firm. Put on snowshoes around 4'500 for the final push up the ridge.
Nice day. Trail in good condition. Some wildflowers, 3 waterfalls still flowing. We first hiked to Dusty Lake, then back and around to the Ancient Lakes. About 6 miles
No bugs, plenty of parking available, no crowds, and a fantastic day to be on the trail!
The last two miles of this trip are not to be rushed! We admired some of the best scenery in the San Juans and the eagles as we threaded our way through the waves slapping the rocky shore at the base of the high cliffs topped and/or draped with pretty madrona trees and evergreens. Terry said, “What a great way to end a trip!” and I fully agreed. Photo credit: Will Wade
From the East Bank north trailhead there is severe blow down starting at 2 miles on the trail and at Noisy Creek camp.