The Cascade Pass hike was very pretty (and a lot less terrifying than Red Gap). Just the view from the parking lot was amazing, and it got even better. Pretty meadows and glaciers and jagged peaks surrounding us all the way up. It was the most enjoyable hike so far on this trip since we didn’t have full packs, just water, snacks, and an extra layer of cloths on our backs and we flew up the trail! Continue reading “Day 11 – A Less Windy Pass”
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Day 11 – Back on the Trail
We felt rested enough today that we went on a simple hike. The 7.4 mile round-trip hike to Cascade Pass was relatively easy.
Day 10 – A Quick Trip Through Reality and Beauty
Today was a day of immense beauty and a reminder that, despite the remoteness we can occasionally feel on this trip, the world keeps on going.
We woke up late in Okanogan. We really needed the rest after the backpacking in Glacier. My injuries felt a lot better. Even my face has begun to return to it’s usual appearance. We loaded up the car and decided to grab a hot meal before leaving. Continue reading “Day 10 – A Quick Trip Through Reality and Beauty”
Day 10 – North Cascades with a Side of Reality
This morning, day 10, we took slow since we had to repack everything and it had been a late night so we needed some extra sleep. Unfortunately, Robert’s bum arm keeps him from doing too much, but I don’t mind taking point on things. We got everything reorganized and packed in the car before 11 and went next door to grab a good breakfast. Then we were off to North Cascades NP.
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