Goat Mountain and Deadman's Lake — Saturday, Sep. 10, 2016

South Cascades > Mount St. Helens

Hiked up with two friends for an overnight trip. Stayed at the first pond/lake along the trail. The water was crisp and clear. There are a few fairly established campsites, one with a fire ring. Stayed the night there and hiked up to Goat Mtn the next day. Along the hike, we stopped several times to take in the scenery and the wildlife. Seen a small elk herd, a bear, grouse, deer and a goat. The goat was actually sunning its self on Goat Mountain which was cool to see. Got to within 400 yards of the goat but couldn't go any further without risking life and limb. Had a five mountain view on a very sunny clear day. The blueberries were out in force. Was very nice to pick a few berries along the way. Returned to camp and hiked out in the dark.