Cross-country Ski - Hyak Lake, Nordic Pass, Windy Pass & Mount Catherine
Sat, Mar 15, 2025
A reliable choice in the Snoqualmie I-90 corridor.
A reliable choice in the Snoqualmie I-90 corridor.
Changed from Rainier to Yodelin, no gate opening all weekend at Rainier
Jakob Two Trees, Bullitt Fireplace, Alpine Jelly Cones were today's treats. Trails on eastern slopes of Squak Mtn still not cleared. Route changed to stay west of Central Peak but still plenty of tree damage with most of it cleared from the trail.
Great group and good conditions for our 2025 After-hours kickoff hike.
Trail from Highpoint to Murat's Bridge was in reasonable good condition.
My dog and I enjoyed a lovely mid-morning stroll with 29 bird species including 5 Barrow's goldeneyes, an orange-crowned warbler, downy and pileated woodpeckers, and Hutton's vireos. Muddy in places, and lots of dogs, as well as a very long train made for an interesting outing.
Winter ascent of Copper, Pyramid, Iron linkup in MRNP (2 day trip).
Snowshoe trail maintenance weekend with WTA based out of snow camp at Sherman Pass, maintaining trail on the way up to the summit of Columbia Mountain.
Conditioner hike up to the top of Snoqualmie Valley's Mount Washington. Sunny conditions with fresh snow at the summit.
Weekend of camping and exploring on the south slopes of Mount St Helens.
Lover's Lane climb in optimal, stable conditions with great weather.
140 people had a super fun Saturday morning at the CHS-2025 kick-off. Full of humor, networking, Q&A, and learning more about the adventures to come with CHS-1 and CHS-2. Can't wait to meet more participants on future outings!
Great day with great group! Road was bumpy but snow clear to trailhead. We lucked out with weather; no precipitation and some sun. Did the clockwise loop and Martin at the end. Was perfect snow conditions. Some blowdowns, minimal brush brashing but not bad and all thought the trip was better then advertised, though admittedly no views. Good winter/spring trip.
Mountaineers group of 7, sunny, 35 degrees, no wind, made for a perfect day. The trails were clear, unobstructed, and well marked.
Good conditioning hike for a steady upward gain & aerobic workout on well maintained trails
A slower paced trip to West Tiger 1 by less traveled trails
9.5 mi, approx 2500 ft gain
Trail workers have cleared the trail since late Feb wind storm.
A fun and beautiful trip around Squaxin on a beautiful early spring day.