Mount Walker
May 16, 2009
by
HikerChick
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last modified
May 19, 2009 01:05 PM
- Type of Outing
- Day hike
- Read More in our Hiking Guide
- Hike: Mount Walker
- Region: Olympics -- East
- Trails: Mount Walker (#894)
- Avg Rating: 2.78
- Why You Should Go Now
- Wildflowers blooming
- Be Aware Of
- No water source
The road to the parking area (and the summit!) is now open. We opted to walk up Mt. Walker and found that it gains elevation rather abruptly. The round trip is about 5.5 miles with 2,000 feet of gain.
The trail is in excellent condition and spring is coming on fast. While the rhodies are not in bloom yet, there were dozens of fairy slipper orchids, yellow violets and trillium to be found. A variety of other greenery is opening up too making for a pleasantly shaded approach to the top.
Once you reach the summit the views from the North and South viewpoints are spectacular. It was a little hazy the day we were up there, but you could still see north toward the islands and south across the kitsap penninsula to Seattle and Mt. Rainier. Be sure to visit both view points - the southern point involves walking about 1/4 - 1/2 mile down a loop road to a short trail that will take you to the southern summit.
There is an outhouse and picnic tables at the top, but no Starbucks - darn it all.
Go while the Hood Canal Bridge is closed and you'll find the crowds are moderate at best.
Also, this trail is dog friendly, but be sure to bring water for your pup. There are no water sources along this route.
The trail is in excellent condition and spring is coming on fast. While the rhodies are not in bloom yet, there were dozens of fairy slipper orchids, yellow violets and trillium to be found. A variety of other greenery is opening up too making for a pleasantly shaded approach to the top.
Once you reach the summit the views from the North and South viewpoints are spectacular. It was a little hazy the day we were up there, but you could still see north toward the islands and south across the kitsap penninsula to Seattle and Mt. Rainier. Be sure to visit both view points - the southern point involves walking about 1/4 - 1/2 mile down a loop road to a short trail that will take you to the southern summit.
There is an outhouse and picnic tables at the top, but no Starbucks - darn it all.
Go while the Hood Canal Bridge is closed and you'll find the crowds are moderate at best.
Also, this trail is dog friendly, but be sure to bring water for your pup. There are no water sources along this route.
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