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| Hiking | 12.32 Miles |
2,688 AEG |
| | Hiking | 12.32 Miles | 6 Hrs 4 Mns | | 2.33 mph |
| 2,688 ft AEG | 47 Mns Break | | | |
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| partners | | Foggy drive up to Moose Mtn trailhead. Temps around 42 degrees at the start. We opted to do the loop counter-clockwise, adding two more lakes along the way. Muddy trail in places, and lots of wet vegetation. Wood boardwalks span the boggiest sections of the trail.
At the first junction, we headed south, enjoying the gentle incline. Took the turn towards Blacktail Lake. There was a surprising amount of still edible huckleberries along the trail, so Bruce and Kelly took advantage of the availability of a local treat. Quick break at Blacktail Lake, then we headed back to the main loop.
The climb up to Moose Mtn was steeper than I remembered. Great views along the climb, and the ridge along the summit is one of my favorite parts of the loop. Once past the summit, we dropped down to a saddle, then descended to Moose Lake. Had a snack break at the lake. Chilly breeze.
Heading west from Moose Lake, we decided to take the side trip up to Lake Estelle. Easy hike up to the lake. Good views and rock features. I think Estelle is the prettiest of the three lakes. Took another break at the lake. Easy hike back to the loop, then a quick finish back to the trailhead. 55 degrees at the finish.
Not much in the way of wildlife today. No other hikers. Saw some campers along the road. Saw a crew grading the road. The final couple of miles to the trailhead is a little rough, requiring medium clearance. The other seventeen miles of forest road is in great shape. Great day and hike. Awesome views. And perfect weather. There is so much to do in the Cabinet Mtns, and this hike is a good sampler. |
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