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The trail to Vesper Peak is a short but difficult hike off the Mountain Loop Highway. Technically the trail is actually called the Sunrise Mine Trail but if there is a mine in the area I don’t know where it might be. In any case, Vesper Peak is the reward Read more…
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If last week’s hike was about alpine lakes, this week’s hike was all about high ridgelines and mountain views. I spent four days, three nights, hiking a wonderful loop in the North Cascades. This could easily be done in three days, with campsites perfectly positioned to have each day be Read more…
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Mount Dickerman has been one of my favorite day hikes for years now and I try to make the hike at least once a year. It’s a hike with pretty much everything you could ask for, varied micro-climates, perfect mileage for a good workout and a great view from the Read more…
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Heather Lake is right next door to Lake 22 and if you were to go up and over the ridge, a very steep ridge requiring the proper gear and expertise, you could potentially hike directly from one lake to the other. As the crow flies they probably are only about Read more…
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Lake 22 is an extremely popular hike just past the Verlot Ranger Station on the Mountain Loop Highway that runs from Granite Falls to Darrington. It’s easy to see why it’s so popular. The trailhead is right off the highway, it’s a decent distance (but not too far) at ~5 Read more…