One Day Wilderness-Burnt Lake
This one is a Mt. Hood classic that is more pleasant in the beginning of the summer when the snow melts or in the fall when the crowds and mosquitos die down. After a strange maze of road to get to the TH, start out in a nice flat forest trail before making a hard […]
Weekend Gem-The American Ridge Semi-Loop
The American Ridge is one of Central Washington’s finest ridge top rambles, especially in mid-June, when snowbanks can provide you with the necessary water for an amazing camp on this mostly dry ridge. This 26.5 semi loop combines the PCT for the best of both worlds for the semi experienced backpacker, a isolated ridge with […]
Weekend Gem-Mt. Margaret’s Backcountry Lakes
This collection of lakes located north of Mt. St Helens make a amazing overnight or two night excursion. With 7 lakes in the Basin to explore, all with their own charm, you simply can’t go wrong choosing a direction to go wandering. When the 1980’s eruption hit the Mt. Margaret Backcountry, shockwaves traveled through the […]