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This hike climbs the north side of Mount Adams to spectacular alpine tundra and panoramic views on Devil's Garden via two challenging stream crossings. The garden is situated on a high plateau below the heavily-crevassed Lava and Lyman Glaciers.
High Line is connected to the Killen Creek Trail by the Pacific Crest Trail. Beginning on Killen Creek, hike north for 2.3 miles to a junction with the Pacific Crest Trail. Turn left, and follow the PCT for 0.6 miles to Killen Creek Camp on a challenging section of trail that goes up, down, and around in ways the terrain doesn't predict.
Another 0.1 miles past Killen Creek you'll find a junction with the PCT and Batty Lake. Take the right fork, and begin hiking on the High Line trail. You'll proceed 1.7 miles to a junction. Stay right, and continue 5.4 miles on High line trail. This is a steeply-climbing section of trail that takes you to the border of the Yakama Nation and is subject to closures. It also requires a separate permit, given out by the Yakama Nation.
Note: You'll cross two branches of the Muddy Fork River along the way, which can be difficult or dangerous if the water is high.
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