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PostSun Jul 25, 2010 7:23 pm 
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
First meadow
Jim K and K on trail to Anderson Butte
Jim K and K on trail to Anderson Butte
Bob and Jim just below Anderson Butte lookout site.
Bob and Jim just below Anderson Butte lookout site.
Luis and Lupe in the snow
Luis and Lupe in the snow
Jim K on Anderson butte
Jim K on Anderson butte
Lupe and Luis
Lupe and Luis
Jim K and K on Anderson Butte
Jim K and K on Anderson Butte
Nice meadows.
Nice meadows.
First views of Watson Lakes
First views of Watson Lakes
Welker Peak
Welker Peak
Upper Watson Lake from our lunch spot.
Upper Watson Lake from our lunch spot.
Anderson Butte
Anderson Butte
Reflective Upper Watson Lake
Reflective Upper Watson Lake
Heading back down.
Heading back down.

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PostSun Jul 25, 2010 7:27 pm 
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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PostSun Jul 25, 2010 9:02 pm 
Looks like a nice trip. I like trips with minimal bugs.

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PostMon Jul 26, 2010 7:19 am 
Joe wrote:
Looks like a nice trip. I like trips with minimal bugs.
NO bugs is even better! smile.gif

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PostMon Jul 26, 2010 9:54 am 
That looks like a stellar day !

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PostMon Jul 26, 2010 3:47 pm 
It is a lovely spot - great pictures. You were lucky not to have too many bugs there!

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PostMon Jul 26, 2010 6:44 pm 
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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PostMon Jul 26, 2010 6:51 pm 
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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PostMon Jul 26, 2010 9:43 pm 
been 20 years since I've been back there. Gotta get back! Great pics!

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PostMon Jul 26, 2010 9:45 pm 
Here are a few of my shots. My full report is here: Anderson Butte & Mt. Watson This was the 400th trip report on my website.

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PostFri Jul 30, 2010 9:32 pm 
See photos above.

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PostSat Jul 31, 2010 7:40 am 
You got some really good shots, Jim! up.gif

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PostSat Jul 31, 2010 7:59 am 
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. up.gif

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PostSat Jul 31, 2010 8:17 am 
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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PostSat Jul 31, 2010 11:12 am 
Good idea for a trip. The views and lakes look fine.

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