Beckler Peak
Beckler peak is just off US 2 near Skykomish. The view is outstanding for the small amount of effort required. Rarely have I seen a crowd.
Beckler peak is just off US 2 near Skykomish. The view is outstanding for the small amount of effort required. Rarely have I seen a crowd.
Boulder Glacier is the steepest of the routes up Mount Baker which limits the crowds. By far one of the best views in the North Cascades
Hiking the Old Mailbox Peak trail was the stuff of legend. The New trail is a much tamer route
The snowshoe up to Lake Valhalla is a nice mix between easy road walking and a short cross country challaenge
Enchantment peak is a long slog. The scrambling is easier then others in the area, but still a challenge. The hike in is worth the trip though
Mount Stuart's Cascadian couloir was not my first choice for climbing the peak. But it turned out to be a worthwhile endevour
A trail run starting from the Lost Lake trail head along Chuckanut drive. Multiple options for different distances and difficulties
Big Four Ice Caves is often overlooked as a snowshoe destination.
Having only one steep hill to conquer makes Sauk mountain trail a good summit for most fit hikers. That one hill is a challenge though.
For the payoff, Lake Ingalls is a worthy day out. At around 9 miles you will have a tough time finding a better view