McClellan Butte — Sunday, Jun. 27, 2010

Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass

Climbing to the top of the Butte is an thrilling experience! We parked on logging road 9020 near the intersection with McClellan Butte trail. On the trail, we encountered lots of snow. However, the Butte itself was completely dry. Kazuyo and I conquered our fears and climbed up on top. We were coached on the best route by a very kind and helpful hiker. The views were spectacular! While we were descending from the Butte a set of climbers climbed up from one of the gullys. It was quite a sight to see them make their way up. This is a terrific hike. While we saw around 30 people on the trail, it is still a lot less populated than nearby hikes. If you go, I recommend traction devices on the way down for the next few weeks and lots of bug juice as the mosquitos are out looking for a nice meal. For photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/34457823@N04/sets/72157624374388914/