The last two hikes with my daughter were not-so-pleasant bushwhacks, so I promised her a (mostly) snow free trail this time. I was having a hard time meeting that requirement, but then decided to head over to Ellensburg and Umtanum Ridge. I expected a cold winter wind and brought lots of clothes, but what we got was a warm almost spring-like day with bright sunlight. I also gained cred by providing a trail and no snow.
Best part of the day was the herd of mule deer on the ridge above us:
Pics
Umtanum Ridge hiking route
Suspension bridge at TH leading to Umtanum Canyon
Icy trail in the side canyon on the route to the ridge
Nearing the ridge line
Pano from near the top of the ridge. Big snowy peak is Stuart
Asia relaxes with Mt Rainier in the background
Picture of what we called the "crater" all day. At home I found out that this was formed as an old bend in the river.
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