The trail leads through an alder forest.
Mason Creek crossing.
Salmonberry (Rubus spectabilis).
Switchbacks up the side of the ridge.
Foxgloves (Digitalis).
Cool, forested walk.
Unidentified species (help us identify it by providing feedback).
The trail to Bandera Mountain.
Turn off to Bandera Mountain.
The trail becomes significantly steeper after the trail splits to Bandera Mountain.
Alpine argus (Plebejus orbitulus) butterfly.
Indian paintbrush (Castilleja).
The view back down the steep trail.
Beargrass (Xerophyllum tenax) and Mount Rainier (14,411').
View south from the rock field at the top.
View to the west.
Mason Lake from Bandera Mountain.