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David Kerruish
Photo Date:
03/31/2018
The early parts of the trail are often free of snow.
David Kerruish
Photo Date:
03/31/2018
The trail zigzags through the forests on the lower portion of the trail.
David Kerruish
Photo Date:
03/31/2018
The grade increases as you ascend, and it can be harder to follow the sparse trail markings.
David Kerruish
Photo Date:
03/31/2018
Take a moment to look out across the valley to Mount Baker.
David Kerruish
Photo Date:
03/31/2018
With the steepest section over, the trail exits the forest and alpine views emerge.
David Kerruish
Photo Date:
03/31/2018
Looking back toward the tree line with Mount Baker coming into view.
David Kerruish
Photo Date:
03/31/2018
Looking up toward the pass.
David Kerruish
Photo Date:
03/31/2018
The final climb to the pass.
David Kerruish
Photo Date:
03/31/2018
The view south from the pass.
David Kerruish
Photo Date:
03/31/2018
A close up view of the region's dominant feature, Mount Baker.
David Kerruish
Photo Date:
03/31/2018
Looking west along the ridge toward Church Mountain.
David Kerruish
Photo Date:
03/31/2018
Excelsior Peak to the left with Mount Shuksan in the distance.
David Kerruish
Photo Date:
03/31/2018
Check conditions before and during your trip because the final ascent to the pass crosses avalanche terrain.
David Kerruish
Photo Date:
03/31/2018
Rich forest colors in the spring sunshine.
David Kerruish
Photo Date:
03/31/2018
The falls on the lower reach of the trail.
David Kerruish
Photo Date:
03/31/2018
Trailhead signage.
David Kerruish
Photo Date:
03/31/2018
The parking lot is located immediately adjacent to the highway.