One Hike A Week
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Sharing hiking and climbing adventures with my dogs in the mountains, pictures and words. Hiking places near me and in the backcountry.
One Hike A Week
1M ago
North Mountain by Jumbo Mountain overlooks the Stillaguamish River in Darrington, Washington. At the east foothills flows the 45-mile-long Sauk River. Meanwhile, a 41-bike trail system covers the mountain’s southwest flank, totaling 37 miles.
North Mountain Lookout
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North Mountain at a Glance
Access: NF-2810 via North Mountain Road (trail map)
Round Trip: 8.1 miles
Elevation Range: 1500′-3840′
Gear: microspikes
Route Info: Claire Jaja
GPS Track: available
Dog-Friendly: yes
Playlist: Keep Moving
Exploring New Trails in Darrington, Washington
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One Hike A Week
1M ago
Heather Ridge by Lyall Ridge straddles Pass Creek and Cabin Creek atop Stehekin Valley. It meets Sisi Ridge through Cassiope (Peak 7832) above Company Creek. The northwest ridge via the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) also offers the most direct route.
The final stretch on Heather Ridge
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Heather Ridge at a Glance
Access: High Bridge (PCT southbound)
Round Trip: 19.4 miles
Elevation Range: 1600′-7928′
Gear: helmet
Route Info: Cascade Alpine Guide, Eric Eames
GPS Track: available
Dog-Friendly: no
Playlist: Keep Moving
Saturday, September 30
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One Hike A Week
1M ago
White Goat Mountain by Tupshin Peak overlooks Company Creek and Bird Creek near Stehekin. The south ridge joins Devore Peak, WyNorth, and Wy’East Mountain. Moreover, the west approach via Harlequin Bridge offers better views on milder terrain.
Final airy traverse on White Goat Mountain
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White Goat Mountain at a Glance
Access: Harlequin Bridge via Stehekin, WA
Round Trip: 20.8 miles
Elevation Range: 1200′-7800′
Gear: helmet, rock & rope
Route Info: Cascade Alpine Guide
GPS Track: available
Dog-Friendly: no
Playlist: Keep Moving
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One Hike A Week
1M ago
Dungeon Peak on Rampart Ridge sits less than a mile south of the main ridgeline by Mount Margaret. Below the west lies the broad Gold Creek Basin above Keechelus Lake. Additionally, the most direct route goes up the east ridge via Lake Lillian.
Dungeon Peak east ridge above Lillian Lake
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Dungeon Peak at a Glance
Access: Rampart Ridge Backdoor Trailhead (NF-4832-136)
Round Trip: 3.5 miles
Elevation Range: 3760′-5640′
Gear: helmet
Route Info: Greg Henriksen
GPS Track: available
Dog-Friendly: yes
Playlist: Kylie Dailey
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One Hike A Week
1M ago
Needle Peak by Agnes Mountain sits directly west of Mount Lyall, overlooking Swamp Creek and Agnes Creek. It joins Dark Peak on the south via the jagged Anonymity Towers. Moreover, the route from the north comes right off the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT).
The shady side of Needle Peak
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Needle Peak et al. at a Glance
Environs = Mount Lyall + Lyall Ridge
周圍地區=萊爾山+萊爾脊
Access: High Bridge (PCT southbound)
Round Trip: 38.8 miles
Elevation Range: 1600′-7892′
Gear: helmet
Route Info: Cascade Alpine Guide, Eric Eames
GPS Track: available
Dog-Friendly: no
Playlist: Hopeful
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One Hike A Week
1M ago
Black Tower (Oversight Peak) rises east of Sable Ridge (Mount Tragedy) above Hilgard Creek. It views east to the Fourth of July Basin and Tenmile Creek in the south. Moreover, Holden Village via Port of Lucerne offers the quickest way to the peak.
Black Tower from Hilgard Pass camp
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Black Tower and Sable Ridge at a Glance
Access: Tenmile Falls Trailhead
One Way: 29.4 miles
Elevation Range: 3240′-7880′
Gear: helmet, multi-night
Route Info: Cascade Alpine Guide, Eric Eames
GPS Track: available
Dog-Friendly: no on Black Tower
Playlist: Hopeful
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One Hike A Week
1M ago
Silver Tip Peaks stands between Cadet Peak and Gothic Peak above Silver Lake. The old mining town of Monte Cristo rests at the peak’s east foothills. Meanwhile, the South Fork Sauk River through Barlow Pass provides the quickest way to the area.
Silver Tip Peak from Silver Lake’s outlet
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Silver Tip Peak at a Glance
Access: Monte Cristo Trailhead
Round Trip: 16.2 miles
Elevation Range: 2361′-6140′
Gear: helmet, rock & rope
Route Info: Abrahm Rollins
GPS Track: available
Dog-Friendly: no
Playlist: Epic
Monte Cristo Trail via Barlow Pass
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One Hike A Week
1M ago
Le Conte Mountain by Sentinel Peak overlooks the famous Ptarmigan Traverse. Le Conte Glacier spans its southeast flank, while the massive South Cascade Glacier lies below the west. Moreover, Cache Col via Cascade Pass offers one of several ways to the peak.
Le Conte Mountain from Peak 7004
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Le Conte Mountain and Hurry-Up Peak at a Glance
Access: Cascade Pass Trailhead
Round Trip: 26.2 miles
Elevation Range: 3650′-7821′
Gear: helmet, ice ax, crampons, overnight
Route Info: Cascade Alpine Guide, Brad Wagenaar
GPS Track: available
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One Hike A Week
1M ago
Freezeout Mountain by Full Moon Rising perches atop Freezeout Creek and Castle Creek in Pasayten Wilderness. Castle Peak is the only neighbor in the top 100 peaks of Washington State with a 15-mile radius. Meanwhile, Manning Park in Canada offers the most direct way to these border peaks.
Freezeout Mountain at a mile away
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Freezeout Mountain et al. at a Glance
Environs = Royal Mountain + Peak 6520 + Two Buttes + Three Aunts + Mount Winthrop
周圍地區=皇家山+6520高峯+二孤峯+三姨媽+溫斯羅普山
Access: Monument 78-83 Trailhead
Round Trip: 42.7 miles
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One Hike A Week
7M ago
West Twin Needle rises west of Mount Terror in the Picket Range. It’s the third-tallest point above Crescent Creek Basin after Mount Degenhardt. Often included in the Picket Traverse, the peak is also accessible via the south.
West Twin Needle above Crescent Creek Basin
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West Twin Needle at a Glance
Access: Goodell Creek Cross-Country Zone Access Trailhead
Round Trip: 19.5 miles
Elevation Range: 600′-7936′
Gear: helmet, rock & rope, multi-night
Route Info: Cascade Alpine Guide, Jeff Wright
GPS Track: available
Dog-Friendly: no pets
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