A relatively easy, peaceful backpack trip to a beautiful, clear alpine lake.
As usual, Hammersley did not disappoint. And we saw sea stars!!
Very beautiful summits although Lemah should be considered a Basic Alpine Climb
This is a tough trip! I can see why it rarely gets scheduled as a basic climb... only a really strong party would want to do it in two days; strongly suggest 3 and enjoying the Napeequa Valley.
Some steep rope climbs, but no bugs at Toleak Point. Many people on the beach, but did not seem crowded.
This long, misty, and moist traverse allowed us to hone many of our scrambling skills, as well as providing a stunning Grand Park finish.
A great trip with great folk and a successful summit.
Great trip with great folks. Made it to 9,300 feet then decided to bail due to thunderstorms building.
The approach to Pinnacle Peak is a quick and easy forest and then switch back trail to the saddle between Pinnacle and Plummer Peaks. The trail up to Pinnacle is at times hard to find, but follows a rock and scree route - careful for rockfalls (helmets recommend). The last few hundred feet require scrambling and easy rock climbing skills to reach the peak.
Despite great weather forecasted, we were socked in the pea soup of the clouds the entire trip. But, we did manage a successful summit.
Successful Wednesday evening paddle in Olympia. Wind about 10-13 out of the west southwest. Not gusting too bad. Paddled west to Cooper Point and got into the wind shadow. Down the shore to the inlet behind Silver Spit and then to a point where Tykle cove begins. We crossed directly to Burfoot with the wind at our backs.
Wildflowers, moderate breeze & temperature, few bugs & people
Climbing the West Ridge of Prusik on a beautiful day
This was a pleasant scramble of 3 peaks (First Mother instead of Fay), with excellent views although it got cloudier as the day went on.
This paddle was a frustrating one with the battles against currents---not my usual style!—and the disappointment of not getting to go to Patos or Doe Island. Not to mention a damaged boat. But the wildlife was stunning—the otter viewing was extraordinary!!-- and it was nice to be back in the San Juans before the summer crowds.
Thunderstorms turned us away 300 feet from the summit, but we had a great time anyway.
The Easton Glacier Route is in excellent shape. The climb was made especially memorable by our good fortune with the weather, a sighting of the rare grey crowned rosy finch, and (as if that was not enough) a thoughtful friend who met us on our way down with frozen Gatorade and mini cinnamon rolls!
