I had a plan for Notch Pass- the road to get there had me opt for a quick plan b: Mount Walker.
There is plenty of accessible parking right off the 101 near the gate. The parking area just beside the gate and the road leading up to the trailhead are snow covered, but mostly melting out where hikers have formed a bootpath.
This is a similar condition to much of the trail. The closer you get to the top the snow gradually deepens and becomes less slushy. Going up was fine with just boots, but for the descent I used traction and poles to help not go sideways. This made things much easier.
No views today, as it was completely socked in. A few curious Grey Jays. Noticed about a dozen or so other hikers.
RT 4.36m/2020ft
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