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    Ethan Rambacher
    Photo Date: 
    09/21/2019
    The magnificent view from the Balanced Rocks viewpoint.
    Ethan Rambacher
    Photo Date: 
    09/21/2019
    The trail is rocky only in a few spots.
    Ethan Rambacher
    Photo Date: 
    09/21/2019
    Ethan Rambacher
    Photo Date: 
    09/21/2019
    Much of the trail is non-technical with beautiful forest and some slight views through the trees.
    Ethan Rambacher
    Photo Date: 
    09/21/2019
    The trail sign marking the trail to Balanced Rocks.
    Ethan Rambacher
    Photo Date: 
    09/21/2019
    The first big view along the trail to Balanced Rocks. But don't stop here - the view gets better!
    Ethan Rambacher
    Photo Date: 
    09/21/2019
    Approaching Balanced Rocks, the Rocks themselves are seen perched on this huge stone ledge.
    Ethan Rambacher
    Photo Date: 
    09/21/2019
    Although the foliage isn't quite at peak yet in this photo, Balanced Rocks is a perfect location for leaf peeping in the fall, with great views of Cascade Mountain and the other surrounding peaks.

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