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The trailhead of the South Climb route, Trail 183.
In the spring there is often some boot hiking for the first mile or two.
The main skinning route is generally quite easy to follow.
Nearing the Lunch Counter, looking up toward Pikers Peak.
Looking back down the route between the Lunch Counter and Pikers Peak.
Looking out from the top of the descent route toward Mount St. Helens.
Starting the descent on the Southwest Chutes.
Enjoying the descent on the southwest chutes of Mount Adams.
Beautiful weather on the Southwest Chutes of Mount Adams.
Descending the Southwest Chutes of Mount Adams.
Descending the Southwest Chutes of Mount Adams.
Descending the Southwest Chutes of Mount Adams.
Skiing Mount Adams with Mount St. Helens in the distance.
Near the end of the descent.