Who makes up these names? Gobbler’s Knob? Good grief. Well despite the name, this hike is a good one and should be on your list of to-do’s at Mt. Rainier National Park. Some friends of ours wanted to fit in a late season one-nighter, and I was itching to get back to Rainier after our […]
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DAY 7: White River to Summerland August 23 Mileage: 6.7 Summerland … how do I love thee, let me count the ways. I’ve done a lot of hiking. Ok, let’s just say more than most people I know. And mostly Washington. But still, a fair bit. Summerland (and Panhandle Gap) are the most magical places
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Day 4: Eagles Roost to Mystic Camp August 20 Mileage: 11.5 Today we were leaving misty Eagles Roost camp and heading through an iconic part of the park, Spray Park. I had very much been anticipating this day. But before I go any further, the aroma profusely emitting from Soren’s body at this point needs
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This is my favorite photo from our trip. I just love how the white, majestic mountain seems to swirl down into luscious greens, with a hint of trail in the foreground, wildflowers in full bloom all around. And there’s Soren, almost unnoticed, unknowingly and completely blending into his surroundings. Oh my heart when I look
Hiking The Wonderland Trail. Days 1-3: “It’s just a trail.” Read More »
We did it! We completed 9 whole days on the Wonderland Trail, starting and ending at Longmire. Before I dive into any stories, I just want to say my boys, ages 10 and 13, are rock stars. Frickin’ rock stars. Were there tears? Maybe. But we made it around that glorious mountain with good spirits
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