Heather - Maple Pass Loop — Sunday, Jul. 27, 2025

Today was a beautiful sunny, cloudy day, perfect for hiking this trail, one of my favorites. Arrived at 9 AM and the parking lot was full. Some cars were parked on the road. We circled the parking lot once, and lucked out because someone was leaving. Bathrooms were well stocked with toilet paper and were being cleaned as we arrived.

There were lots of friendly people on the trail….many different states, languages, and cultures represented.

The views were spectacular as always. Mosquitoes and flies were noticeable except when we were moving. There is still an abundance of wildflowers in the lower elevations, although they are starting to dry up . I hiked it counterclockwise up to the highest point then back down the same way. I think this affords more time with fabulous views and totaled 8.2 miles. Great day!