High Ridge Trail Olympic NP - 1 member in 1 triplog has rated this an average 3 ( 1 to 5 best )
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| Hiking | 0.92 Miles |
240 AEG |
| | Hiking | 0.92 Miles | 22 Mns | | 2.76 mph |
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| no partners | | Straight up touristing! Left Steve and Krista back at the house with Otto-otto-otto hoping for an easy visit. Must've waited 45 minutes to at the entrance station. And that was WITH a pass. Having never been here, I was absolutely unprepared for the majestic mountain views from here. Wow. Wow. Wow! Add the Olympics to places I need to spend more time.
Had to get back to the lake house for fresh fish on the grill, but took a few minutes to explore the short climb up the high ridge trail to Sunrise Point. Still plenty of snow up there and tough to find a spot to park. This would be the GRCA equivalent of the Rim Trail between BA and the visitor center parking lot. I sucked it up and tolerated a few minutes of it just for the views. There's a reason this place is a national park. |
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average hiking speed 2.76 mph
WARNING! Hiking and outdoor related sports can be dangerous. Be responsible and prepare for the trip. Study the area you are entering and plan accordingly. Dress for the current and unexpected weather changes. Take plenty of water. Never go alone. Make an itinerary with your plan(s), route(s), destination(s) and expected return time. Give your itinerary to trusted family and/or friends.
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