Be prepared for photo overload, just a warning. August 2014.....so long ago, another hiking season has already started. My plan was to hit this trail as early as possible to catch the heather in bloom, life happened and we didn't make it till about the 2nd week of August. Much to my surprise the heather was still blooming and so beautiful. There was still so much smoke in the sky from the fires down in the Methow area that the sky's had a lot of haze in them. It was a nice break from the bare hills and burnt scenery. Starting early on this trail gives you a little bit of time to enjoy the views before the trail starts getting busy. Our plan was to eat lunch at the top over looking the glacier, but the fly's were horrible. Nasty biting things that wouldn't stay off you. So we ate our lunch on the run....well hike. Running is beyond my expertise. Still playing catch up, not feeling completely positive on how that's going to happen. Life is very busy, and doesn't slow down for anyone. Maple Pass is a gorgeous hike, It doesn't matter what season you hike it. There is so many views, mountains, flowers and just the feeling alone of being able to witness the surrounding beauty is incredible.
Be prepared for photo overload, just a warning. August 2014.....so long ago, another hiking season has already started. My plan was to hit this trail as early as possible to catch the heather in bloom, life happened and we didn't make it till about the 2nd week of August. Much to my surprise the heather was still blooming and so beautiful. There was still so much smoke in the sky from the fires down in the Methow area that the sky's had a lot of haze in them. It was a nice break from the bare hills and burnt scenery. Starting early on this trail gives you a little bit of time to enjoy the views before the trail starts getting busy. Our plan was to eat lunch at the top over looking the glacier, but the fly's were horrible. Nasty biting things that wouldn't stay off you. So we ate our lunch on the run....well hike. Running is beyond my expertise. Still playing catch up, not feeling completely positive on how that's going to happen. Life is very busy, and doesn't slow down for anyone. Maple Pass is a gorgeous hike, It doesn't matter what season you hike it. There is so many views, mountains, flowers and just the feeling alone of being able to witness the surrounding beauty is incredible.
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