Beaver Lake — Friday, Nov. 22, 2013

North Cascades > Mountain Loop Highway

After an hour and a half hike on the White Chuck Bench Trail, I drove down the road and lo and behold right across the HWY was the Beaver Lake Trail Head. Luckily I had cell service so I was able to look this hike up and see that it was an easy 4 mile hike. I had plenty of time and sunshine left so I crossed over, parked and started along this trail. It follows along the Sauk River on an old rail bed and today it was beautiful as well. The ground was still frosty so mud was at a minimum. This was another solitary hike, just me and my dogs on both trails. Beautiful river and mountain views all along the way. The trail is in good condition. Just one section along the river looks a little close to being washed out. Pass by the nearly frozen lake and continue along the trail to the end. It opens up with great views and was a nice spot to soak up some rare November Sunshine. Two great hikes right next to each other. What could be better on such a terrific Saturday.