First hike in Alaska! Palmer. With relatives and dog Newton.
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Great hike with moderate vertical, nice creek and high ridge-line with great views.
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Easy trail (it's on an old road) through big woods, a dramatic canyon, a recovering burn, and past a big cascade. At 6.5 miles, you can stop at the old drive-in campground, cut off when the road washed out some years ago.
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This was an awesome sufferfest. Highly recommended for enthusiasts of self flagellation.
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Great rhodies blooming for the first mile or so. Then steeper and steeper, wrapping around the mountain and stellar mountain views highe up. Phol Hall bench has great mountain view.
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I was unable to finish this hike but I will be back but a great OptOut day. This trail was great and an easy walk in the woods.
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Had perfect fall weather, so we had awesome views of the Pacific Northwest! Mt.Baker, Mt Rainier, and the nearby Olympics peaks. We are two women in our 60’s and we had no trouble with this hike. We will do again and again. There are many people on the trail and also many dogs. Get there early for good parking
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Lucked out with the weather. Go early, take plenty of water and layered clothing. Was windy and chilly at the top. Trail in great repair!
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