You can hardly find the Pacific Crest Trail under all the snow.
Wandering off trail on the way to Brown Mountain has its benefits.
Large ice crystals form on the surface of the snow.
A thick layer of snow hides the jumbled rock of the lava flow.
Brown Mountain lies up ahead.
The summit block is much steeper than the approach.
Mount McLoughlin dominates the skyline.
One step at a time.
Rime-covered trees near the top of Brown Mountain.
Mount McLoughlin framed by icy trees.
Skiers and snowshoers alike will find adventure on the slopes of Brown Mountain.
It's a short, steep, slope that leads back down to the forest.