The start of the Thunderer Trail.
Ford Soda Butte Creek not far from the trailhead.
Soda Butte Creek is a manageable ford in September.
Hike underneath a tall, lush forest.
Erosion has revealed an ancient lake bed.
At the saddle, hike down a bit further for a view of the Cache Creek Valley.
See Amphitheater Mountain on the far left.
View of the Thunderer.
Spy Eye of the Needle on the southern horizon.
On the return trip, look for this grizzly scratching post opposite of a small scree slope.
Return view just before fording Soda Butte Creek.