Solo 37th birthday hike was an absolute success. I arrived at the TH at about 7:30 and found parking on the side of the road close. I have a Subaru forester and the road was rough, with washboards most of the way up. Some areas with potholes. I had no trouble but it was a slow go up the dirt road.
Trail in great shape, slightly muddy in a couple areas but will dry out quickly with this weekends warm weather. I spent some time at the lake to rest before the last trek up to the lookout. It was up and up and up - definitely a good leg day! But oh my the views were worth it. I was up there by 9ish - with a few folks but not too crowded. Was also able to see St Helen’s and Baker up there as well. Butterflies and grasshoppers joined me as I sat and had a snack. Saw two deer at the beginning of my journey.
this hike was a 10/10 today. On my way down the crowds were really rolling in. The hike down was much quicker - I made it back to the car by 10:30. This hike was moderately challenging with beautiful mountain and lake views.
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