Some of these photos were taken in a prior year (Alan Bauer) and others are recent. Flowers should be prime for the next several weeks. This hike outside of Cle Elum.
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Lunch spot at 5520' with view of Mt. Stuart @ Alan Bauer
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| Penstemon @ Alan Bauer |
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| Bitteroot @ Alan Bauer |
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| Indian Paintbrush @ Alan Bauer |
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| Michael walking the ridge @ Alan Bauer |
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| 2018 Balsamroot @Fagin |
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| Mt, Rainier @ Fagin |
Driving directions:
Drive east on Interstate 90 to US 97.
About two miles north of Mineral Springs, turn left onto Forest Service Road No. 9714 (Iron Creek Road) going off to the west.
Continue about 3.5 miles to road's end and the trail head and parking at 3,800 feet. Many folks park 100 yards or so before the official trail head due to road conditions.
Trail stats: from the trailhead take trail 1351 to the Knob (5489 feet), This is about 6.4 miles round trip. Great views here.
Here is our track. Some folks like to go to Jester Mountain which is about another 0.50 mile (north and east) at 5520 feet. The waypoints are :
N47°22.324' and W120°321' . This is harder to find than the Knob at 5489 feet and views at the Knob are great.
Disclaimer: There are many factors which you should consider in deciding whether to proceed with an outing, including the visible weather at the trailhead, the strength and experience of the party, snow and avalanche conditions, route conditions, etc. You are the final decision maker whether to proceed. West Coast Weather, LLC dba Washington Online Weather cannot be held liable for loss or injury arising from your decision to proceed, and expressly disclaims all liability related thereto. Redmond, Washington USA. Also, please bring map-compass and GPS to help with trail directions as our directions are our best estimate.
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