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Cooney Lake — Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024

North Cascades > Methow/Sawtooth

Wednes, Oct 9 - Thurs, Oct 10

Quick review for my fellow larch junkies.

As you can see, the larches at the lake are glowing yellow.

I’m no larch-ologist, but…

1. Seems like peak to me

2. My experience says that larches turn a little rusty brown as they fade.  I didn’t see even the faintest signs of that, which tells me these guys have at least a few days of yellowy, prime glow remaining.

Parking lot was essentially full on my arrival Wednes 1p, same on my way out Thurs 1130a.  However, looked like at least a few options remained for hikers willing to get a little creative.

Saw me a bear on the road on the way up, maybe five miles before the TH. 

Enjoy!

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