Saturday, September 1, 2012

Mt. Pilchuck

Today we enjoyed a beautiful hike up and down Mt. Pilchuck in Snohomish County, Washington.  It's 3 miles each way, with over 2,200 feet elevation gain.

It's the most easily accessible peak in the Cascade Range - and it sure was busy on this perfect Northwest day - with hundreds of hikers and at least 25 dogs!

At the peak, there is an old fire lookout hut - now serving as a hiker shelter.  The peak itself was mostly stuck in a cloud, obsuring the 360 degree views Mt. Pilchuck is known for.  As a result, our photos today are not the typical variety for the hike.


Pilchuck (2 of 4)
A sliver of a view from the summit


Pilchuck (1 of 4)
Jennifer ascending the latter into the hiker hut on the summit


Pilchuck (4 of 4)
Abandoned ski lift equipment along the hike


Pilchuck (3 of 4)
Time for a quick pose on the way down

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