Stinging Knettles Benchmark:
Date: Sunday, August 13, 2006, hike start 9:15 a.m.
Temp: mid 50s at start, warmed up considerably by return.
Time Trailhead to Lake: 1 hr 47 min
Time Return: 1 hr 24 min
Water hauled: 2 liters
Consumed: 1 liter and change
Pack weight: 11.5 lbs
Switchbacks to high point: 25 give or take
…My husband and I hiked the trail to Crystal Lake (not peak) on August 6th. It started out nicely enough, though a little tougher than I expected (we are VERY out of shape). The hike is kind of boring because it has very few nice views, just trees, trees, and more trees. The main problem, though, was bugs! Every kind …
My husband and I hiked this trail for our innaugural "let's get in shape" hike on July 29th. This was a first hike for both of us since we were children, and it was pretty much perfect. It was easy enough for our out-of-shape bodies, and had great views along the way. At the top, we didn't descend to the …
I did this hike on Sat Aug 5, 2006. Once you hit the gravel road past the water treatment plant, there are a couple of splits. I didn't see any signs on which road was which, but kept going uphill and found the PCT junction. There were two other cars there when I started at 9:20AM. It was sunny and …
we started at the ranger station and we took the southern trail, Sand Point trail. It comes out right on the beach. We walked about a 1/4 mile on the beach and then up a little cliff to watch the sunset, which was breathtaking. I've never seen a sunset like that one. we camped about a mile and a half …
I chose to get up early yesterday to avoid the crowds. I hit the Kendall Katwalk trail (PCT) at 5:30Am hiked up to the Katwalk. I was at the katwalk by 8AM, I kept going, it was so beautiful and no one was up yet. I went past Ridge and Gravel Lakes, past Alaska Lake, to Joe Lake. I stopped …
I visited the park in early July, We camped at Mowich Lake and we took the hike around the lake and found ourselves in a lovely deep forest. We were fortunate to be there as all the Avalanche Lillies were in bloom. On the way to Eunice Lake there is an opportunity to go a little further straight to isput …
Reference my Summerland review dated 28 June 2006. Since the Mariners were off today, I opted to heed the musical advice of Van Halen ("...why put it off another day..."), and returned to Summerland with two companions. Simply stated, it was a near perfect day. Blue sky, temperature about 70 degrees, few folks on the trail (at least going up), …
Completed this hike on 31 July 2006. Seeking a 7.0 +/- mile dayhike that will challenge your hamstrings and test your sensitivity to vertigo while rewarding you with a 360 degree view that captures the essence of The Who's musical lyrics "...I can see for miles and miles..."? If you nodded affirmative, then consider a dayhike from Sunrise to the …
I have hiked this trail a few times and I think you did it the wrong way. It really is a great little hike if you start out at exit 34 in the Twin Falls parking lot. There you will find several small sandy beaches for hot summer relief and a trailhead. The trail follows the river for 15 minutes …
Well, I did this hike on Sat Jul 22. It was supposed to be a blazing hot day but when I got up in the morning, it was completely overcast. I had forgotten to set my alarm so didn't start the hike until 10:30AM. Sleepy head! Fair number of cars in the parking lot. Probably should have been more cars, …
Completed the Lake Mowich to Spray Park hike on 26 July 2006 (about 6.0 miles (+/-) roundtrip). The adventure really begins with the final 17 mile drive on a rough gravel road once you leave Highway 165 enroute to Lake Mowich. In addition to testing your automobile's suspension system, your car will look like the trail vehicle in an Afrika …
A really good 4 mile (roundtrip) hike about 30 or so minutes outside of Seattle. The hike isn't extremely steep, but there are some slightly difficult areas. Other than that, it's a pretty level grade. The only qualm I have is the fact that this hike is usually crowded - - the last time i went (which was last thursday), …
As I only hike maybe three to four times a year, if that, and mainly do small hikes, we took our neighbors up on a hiking trip yesterday. For this being my first decent hike of the year (as late into the summer as it is) It was definitely worth feeling my legs burn today. The hike to Bridal Veil …
Green mountain kicked my butt last year and it did it again this year. Stunning views all around once you get out in the open. The trail is completely snow free all the way up to the summit.... we made it there after 2 hours. Parts of the trail were very over-grown on our way up, but the WTA work …
I went on Sunday July 2, 2006. The begining part of the trail was slightly overgrown. I had to use my trekking poles to push away raspberry bushes. They should be good eats in a few weeks. It took me about 2 hours to get to the lake. I met a couple heading out. They had camped at the lake. …
Hiked the Burroughs Loop trail on 17 July 2006. This hike is personal favorite. Started from Sunrise (6,408 feet), but took the trail on the left side of the Ranger Station (facing the building). Any opportunity to delay the uphill climb is always welcomed. You actually have two options from the left side. You can follow the gravel road to …
Big payoff for such a short hike. Amazing views of Rainier and much to explore on the ridge, However, with the good snow pack this year there ia one particular snow field crossing that is very risky if you don't have an ice axe or rope.
this was a great hike! it is well worth the difficulty finding the trailhead and the slow build-up. couple of notes of interest: there was little snow on the trail when we were there, but you will have to depend upon several cairns to find your way up. most notably, watch for the split from the mirror lake pacific coast …
I'm not an outdoorsy hiking type person (the outdoors is sunburns and allergies). But I wanted to see Delicate Arch up close, so I and my son hiked this. It's pretty much up hill the whole way. The only bad part was, even in April, it was crowded and hot. But I hauled my fat ass up it, and it …
I just hiked Dege Peak for the first time on July 11th and it was perfect for the amount of time I had. I went on a clear day which allowed me to see Mt. Adams in all her glory. The trail is maintained well and I didn't encounter any other hikers until I was on the way down (keep …
This is one of my favorite hikes. Did it July 3, 2006. Mostly snow free, only short sections of snow. Views were great at the top.
I just did this hike and have to say the review on this site was spot on. The hike isn't too difficult. Good for hikes with kids.
The main hike is a nice moderate walk, that will get the blood moving in a couple spots - but nothing that the average person can't tackle. The reason I write this review is nobody has spoken of the trial to the top of Bandera Mtn., which spurs off the main trail about 10 min before the lake. You will …
Went on this hike on 7/3/06. The old growth towards the start of the hike was impressive, and the views switchbacking were also nice. The only part of the hike that was even marginally uncomfortable was crossing the talus with so much heat radiating off the rocks. The boardwalk and trail around the lake is impressive. This trail is nicely …