The Bailey Range Traverse – Olympic National Park
Finally! I got the opportunity to get back out into the Bailey Range. This time I got two of my backpacking buddies from Hawaii, yes[Read More…]
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Happy Ridge Trail
I recently took a 3 day backpacking trip along one of Olympic National Parks’ little hiked ridge trails. The Happy Lake Ridge Trail is one[Read More…]
South Fork Skokomish River Trail
With the mountains still under a frozen snow and spring avalanche dangers in the red, hikers and backpackers often find themselves looking for an alternate[Read More…]
Exploring The Olympic Peninsula
One day is not enough to explore the Olympic Peninsula. Not even a weekend would do. But if a day is all you have, then[Read More…]
Photographing Shi Shi Beach
My short affair in 2011 with Shi Shi beach was an amazing experience that was not only extremely rewarding but left me wanting more. The overnight trip was the start of a 10-day photographic journey around the Pacific Northwest with locations including Olympic National Park, the Columbia River Gorge and Palouse Falls.
Grand Valley Northern Olympic National Park
Grand Valley is a treasure!! This gem in the Northern Olympics is a must for anyone who enjoys spending time in the beautiful majestic Olympic Mountains.
Mildred Lakes: Skokomish Wilderness
After crossing the creek you gain the largest amount of elevation very quickly. Switchbacks are difficult enough by themselves, and these also come with roots and a couple of areas where hands are needed for scrambling. A 1,000 feet are quickly gained in less than a mile (from 3,000 to 4,000 feet).
Rialto Beach
Keep an eye out for wildlife, including sea lions and bald eagles as you follow the broad, sandy beach rimmed with wind-lashed trees.
In about 0.5 miles you will cross Ellen Creek. This wide stream is currently deep and fast-moving due to heavy rain, but there is a large, sturdy log that serves as an excellent bridge.
Royal Lake
Royal Lake is small with several campsites but the upper basin above the lake is pristine. Campsites are plenty here as mountain meadows run wild. Tarns spread out along the meadows fed by clear mountain snowmelt. Exploring is all one can think about as camp is set up. You’ll hate the idea of hiking back out after seeing Royal Lakes magnificent alpine scenery.
Bailey Range Traverse Part 1
For seven months I read and researched the Baileys. It sounded like it could be an adventure of a lifetime. Slowly researching routes became the drug of the day. I was addicted; I had to do this trip. Finally the day came to leave.
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