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Scott Paul Moderate Loop Hike at Mount Baker - Concrete, Washington, USA
This was a lovely alternative to the often overcrowded Park Butte and Railroad Grade Trails at Mount Baker. We only saw a couple other groups and had warm but otherwise perfect conditions. The trail offers rock formations, a unique suspension bridge, delicious berries, wildflowers, glacier views, and beautiful views of the Cascades, including Mount Shuksan, the Three Sisters, Hannegan, and many more. This trail requires a National Forest day pass, Northwest Forest Pass, or America the Beautiful pass. It is dog friendly but doesn't have a ton of shade or water.
Park Butte Fire Lookout Blog Post: savvyexploring.com/post/northamerica/usa/parkbuttelookout/
Full trip report from August 17, 2024...
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Heliotrope Ridge Trailhead Road - What is takes to get there - Deming, Washington, USA
Просмотров 7621 день назад
This is a trail on the north side of Mount Baker. It is dog friendly, but please be aware of you and your dog's ability because there are some serious water crossings that require fording fast water. This is the worst paved road I have seen, but I'm so glad to finally have it back after the washout in 2021. There were plenty of sedans at the TH but some spots looked like they would have been a ...
Mount Pugh Strenuous Hike with Exposed Scrambling - Darrington, Washington, USA
Просмотров 563Месяц назад
Awesome, scary, fun, grueling, stunning, challenging! Great scramble but multiple paths can get confusing and not all were equal. Nothing technical but lots of exposure with dire consequences. Half the trail is a chill forest walk/climb with a few trees down. On a clear day you can see tons of peaks in the Northern Cascades and sometimes even Mount Rainier. The road to get here is also no walk ...
Mount Pugh Trailhead Road - What is takes to get there - Darrington, Washington, USA
Просмотров 347Месяц назад
Pugh is in the Northern Cascades in the Glacier Peak Wilderness. The road is not horrible but much worse than I expected and busy. The road is very narrow so potholes are unavoidable. Nothing scraped with 6.8" clearance but traction control kicked in twice on the way up. I would not do this with a sedan but someone did. The road was single track 1.5 miles with very few passing options. Luckily ...
Mount Pilchuck & Heather Lake Trailhead Drive - The newly improved road! - Granite Falls, WA
Просмотров 207Месяц назад
This road is so much better now, as of July 2024, but may deteriorate again so please check reports for the latest. www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/mount-pilchuck www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/washington/mount-pilchuck-trail For more Washington Pacific Northwest Hikes see: savvyexploring.com/post/northamerica/usa/washingtonhighlights/ Please follow me on Facebook: SavvyExploring P...
Spectacle Lake, Pete Lake & Beyond - Backpacking Trip in Washington's Alpine Lakes Wilderness, USA
Просмотров 859Месяц назад
Amazing views of the Cascades, crystal clear water, snow capped peaks, prolific wildflowers, and waterfalls! There are some serious water crossings to contend with but they are manageable if you are willing to get wet and have the right footwear. Article with full details and hiking options: savvyexploring.com/post/northamerica/usa/spectaclelake/ Full Trip Report from backpacking July 2nd-5th: ...
Spectacle Lake Hike Major Water Crossings (see backpacking video for full trip) - Washington, USA
Просмотров 2672 месяца назад
Article with hiking options: savvyexploring.com/post/northamerica/usa/spectaclelake/ Full Trip Report from backpacking July 2nd-5th: www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2024-07-05.122932977566?_authenticator=21ecf1f79ff198d2bda33167711f608d71c6b7b6 Map of approximate route with photos: www.gaiagps.com/public/pdccRgAAqbmqwaAMMUDCN3L5/ Follow me on Facebook: SavvyExploring...
Navaho Ridge & Peak Enchantment Views Hike via Stafford Creek Trail - Teanaway, Washington, USA
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Stunning views of the Enchantment Mountains (amazing Mount Stewart view), a chance of seeing Mount Rainier and Mount Adams, prolific wild flowers and plentiful water along the way. If you are not feeling the peak I would still go a little past the pass. Just another .25 mile ~200-300 ft up and you get amazing Stewart views! Lots of water sources but the trees don't provide much cover so whateve...
Mount Baldy, a Steep Hike with Wildflowers Overlooking 2 Lakes - Easton, Washington, USA
Просмотров 2012 месяца назад
A stunning peak just off I-90 on the east side of the Cascade Mountains with views throughout the hike. It overlooks Kacheesas Lake on one side with Mount Rainier in the distance and the even more beautiful Cle Elum Lake on the other side framed by the Enchantment Peaks. The wildflowers here were also prolific! This mountain gets a lot of sun and has no water so be prepared. Stats: 7.85 miles, ...
Memaloose Hills Loop, A Perfect Windy Day Wildflower Hike - Columbia Gorge, Mosier, Oregon, USA
Просмотров 473 месяца назад
Stunning day and the wind made it even better with dancing grass. Great views of the Columbia River, Mount Hood and Mount Adams. Bring a map because there are a few turns and splits. Trail is in great shape with just one slick spot on the way down from Chatfield Hill, going clockwise. Stats: 2.9 miles, 560 ft elevation gain/loss. For more PWN Washington hikes see: savvyexploring.com/post/northa...
Dirty Face Peak Lookout Strenuous Spring Hike - Lake Wenatchee, Washington, USA
Просмотров 1723 месяца назад
A stunning peak above Lake Wenatchee on the east side of the Cascade Mountains with 360 degree views, which used to be a fire lookout site. The Dirtyface hike isn't crazy, but it is exposed to the sun and has a lot of elevation gain, so be prepared with lots of water and sun protection. Also be ready for a number of trees to climb over because the trail crosses several old burn zones. The wildf...
The Yurt Snow Hut Overnight Snowshoe Adventure & Tour - Ashford, Washington, USA
Просмотров 1443 месяца назад
This is one of four snow huts run by the Mount Tahoma Trails Association (MTTA) just outside Mount Rainier National Park. They maintain a number of snowshoe and cross country ski trails. You will need a Washington Sno Park Pass to visit. These are open to everyone during the day and by reservation at night. The only way to get to these huts is on foot, which for this one requires about 5.3 mile...
Copper Creek Snow Hut Overnight Snowshoe Adventure & Tour - Ashford, Washington, USA
Просмотров 1204 месяца назад
This is one of four snow huts run by the Mount Tahoma Trails Association (MTTA) just outside Mount Rainier National Park. They maintain a number of snowshoe and cross country ski trails. You will need a Washington Sno Park Pass to visit. These are open to everyone during the day and by reservation at night. The only way to get to these huts is on foot, which for this one requires about 5.5 mile...
Channel Islands National Park Day Trip Visit to Santa Cruz, Ventura, California, USA
Просмотров 2764 месяца назад
The Channel Islands offer unique wildlife, stunning scenery, and a complex history. It is one of the least visited national parks in the country, with only a couple boats a day. Santa Cruz is one of the easier to access islands in the park and it has a lot to offer. Anacapa is a little closer, but has a much smaller area to explore. When you are out there it is easy to forget how close you are ...
Hermit Trail, Glacier National Park of Canada, Trans Canada Highway, British Columbia - Hard Hike
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Hermit Trail, Glacier National Park of Canada, Trans Canada Highway, British Columbia - Hard Hike
Jade Lake Hard Backpacking Trip & Dip Top Gap Adventure - Ronald, Washington, USA
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Jade Lake Hard Backpacking Trip & Dip Top Gap Adventure - Ronald, Washington, USA
Barclay Creek Trailhead Road - Baring, Washington, USA - Gunn Peak, Baring Mountain, & Barclay Lake
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Barclay Creek Trailhead Road - Baring, Washington, USA - Gunn Peak, Baring Mountain, & Barclay Lake
Kamloops to Mount Robson & Jasper + Hinton - Canada - Scenic Drive, Stops Along the Way, & Bears
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Kamloops to Mount Robson & Jasper Hinton - Canada - Scenic Drive, Stops Along the Way, & Bears
Three Lakes Overlook Hike - Middle Fork Snoqualmie, Washington, USA
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Three Lakes Overlook Hike - Middle Fork Snoqualmie, Washington, USA
Heather Lake - Frosty Fall Hike with Amazing Ice Formations - Granite Falls, Washington, USA
Просмотров 22310 месяцев назад
Heather Lake - Frosty Fall Hike with Amazing Ice Formations - Granite Falls, Washington, USA
Gothic Basin with ice! Hiking in the in-between times - Granite Falls, Washington, USA
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Gothic Basin with ice! Hiking in the in-between times - Granite Falls, Washington, USA
Tonga Ridge to Sawyer Mountain & Fisher Lake Hike, Stevens Pass, Washington, USA - Views & Mushrooms
Просмотров 21910 месяцев назад
Tonga Ridge to Sawyer Mountain & Fisher Lake Hike, Stevens Pass, Washington, USA - Views & Mushrooms
Carne Mountain & Phelps Creek Trailhead Road - What is takes to get there - Trinity, Washington, USA
Просмотров 18510 месяцев назад
Carne Mountain & Phelps Creek Trailhead Road - What is takes to get there - Trinity, Washington, USA
Labyrinth Mountain, Minotaur & Theseus Lake Hard Hike, Stevens Pass, Washington, USA
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Labyrinth Mountain, Minotaur & Theseus Lake Hard Hike, Stevens Pass, Washington, USA
Dip Top Gap Glacier above Jade Lake and below Pea Soup - Ronald, Washington, USA
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Dip Top Gap Glacier above Jade Lake and below Pea Soup - Ronald, Washington, USA
Old Commonwealth Trail to Red Pass & Lundin Peak Lookout - North Bend, Washington, USA
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Old Commonwealth Trail to Red Pass & Lundin Peak Lookout - North Bend, Washington, USA
Vesper Peak Trailhead Road - What is takes to get there - Mountain Loop, Washington, USA
Просмотров 40811 месяцев назад
Vesper Peak Trailhead Road - What is takes to get there - Mountain Loop, Washington, USA
Thunder Mountain Lakes & Trap Lake Hike, Stevens Pass, Washington, USA
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Thunder Mountain Lakes & Trap Lake Hike, Stevens Pass, Washington, USA
Tunnel Creek Trailhead Road - Thunder Mountain Lakes & Trap Lake, Stevens Pass, Washington, USA
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Tunnel Creek Trailhead Road - Thunder Mountain Lakes & Trap Lake, Stevens Pass, Washington, USA
Lower Curtis Glacier Adventure, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA - Beyond Lake Ann
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Lower Curtis Glacier Adventure, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA - Beyond Lake Ann