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Joined: 17 Apr 2005 Posts: 1699 | TRs | Pics
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Both Jim K and Bob are total heat wusses, so with the forecast for warm temperatures we chose a short, easy hike which none of us had done before. In less than a mile a side trail leads to Anderson Butte, with stunning views of Baker, Shuksan, and Bacon. After a short break we heading down to the main trail and continued to Watson Lakes.
The best part was that the temperature was moderate, and there were minimal bugs, even at the lakes! Both lakes are pretty, but the upper one is the nicest. Here we had a nice, long lunch break, and then followed an up and down, scrambly trail to the east side of the upper lake. From here a faint path headed south, so we assumed that this is the climbing route for Mt. Watson. Is this correct?
Anyway, our total trip was just over 8 miles, with 2700 ft. of gain....perfect for a warm day!
First meadow Jim K and K on trail to Anderson Butte Bob and Jim just below Anderson Butte lookout site. Luis and Lupe in the snow Jim K on Anderson butte Lupe and Luis Jim K and K on Anderson Butte Nice meadows. First views of Watson Lakes Welker Peak Upper Watson Lake from our lunch spot. Anderson Butte Reflective Upper Watson Lake Heading back down.
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Backpacker Joe Blind Hiker
Joined: 16 Dec 2001 Posts: 23956 | TRs | Pics Location: Cle Elum |
Nice report and pics. I would have liked to have gone with you guys there. I still need to get in there and see those lakes.
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Joe Member
Joined: 29 Jun 2002 Posts: 819 | TRs | Pics Location: Kent |
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Sun Jul 25, 2010 9:02 pm
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Looks like a nice trip. I like trips with minimal bugs.
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TrailPair Member
Joined: 17 Apr 2005 Posts: 1699 | TRs | Pics
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Joe wrote: | Looks like a nice trip. I like trips with minimal bugs. |
NO bugs is even better!
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Snowdog Member
Joined: 21 Jul 2006 Posts: 1027 | TRs | Pics Location: on (& off) the beaten path |
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Mon Jul 26, 2010 9:54 am
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That looks like a stellar day !
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Highwalker's Daughter Member
Joined: 12 Aug 2006 Posts: 1575 | TRs | Pics Location: Bothell, WA |
It is a lovely spot - great pictures. You were lucky not to have too many bugs there!
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TrailPair Member
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Highwalker's Daughter wrote: | It is a lovely spot - great pictures. You were lucky not to have too many bugs there! |
No kidding! There were way more bugs last weekend at the West Cady Ridge TH!
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Highwalker's Daughter Member
Joined: 12 Aug 2006 Posts: 1575 | TRs | Pics Location: Bothell, WA |
They came in waves at the Enchantments - pretty horrendous in the morning and evening but better sometimes during the rest of the day.
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evergreenhiker Hiking Specialist
Joined: 13 Nov 2004 Posts: 367 | TRs | Pics Location: Gold Bar |
been 20 years since I've been back there. Gotta get back! Great pics!
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JimK Member
Joined: 07 Feb 2002 Posts: 5606 | TRs | Pics Location: Ballard |
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Mon Jul 26, 2010 9:45 pm
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JimK Member
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Fri Jul 30, 2010 9:32 pm
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TrailPair Member
Joined: 17 Apr 2005 Posts: 1699 | TRs | Pics
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You got some really good shots, Jim!
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Zukismom Member
Joined: 19 Jul 2010 Posts: 122 | TRs | Pics
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Sat Jul 31, 2010 7:59 am
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That upper lake is just gorgeous! One of these days I'll have to try to take this hike. That first meadow photo is a keeper too! Can you tell me,...what permit is needed to do this hike?
Thanks for sharing.
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JimK Member
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Sat Jul 31, 2010 8:17 am
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Yes, it's a beautiful place. Nice combination of lakes and mountain views. A NW Forest parking pass is all that is needed.
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Matt Tea, Earl Grey, Hot
Joined: 30 Jan 2007 Posts: 4307 | TRs | Pics Location: Shoreline |
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Sat Jul 31, 2010 11:12 am
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Good idea for a trip. The views and lakes look fine.
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