The ultimate Olympic experience is to take the next step and spend the night on the summit. City lights from Portland to Vancouver and Victoria are visible and are spectacular. In August-early September crossing the glacier isn't difficult, as the hazards are exposed. Ropes, crampons, ice axes and minimal training are required.
I stayed at Glacier Meadow for 2 nights in the 70s so I could have a day to play on Blue. I have lived here since 58 near Mt Rainier and the Olympics have been my favorite spot since 66 when I spent 7 days 55 miles hiking through from the east side to the West side.
Going this September to backpack to the blue glacier. Any advice? Hope you saw some cool insects and birds along the way. I do macro photography mainly and debating about bringing my dedicated lens for it. Thanks, Miles
Just stumbled upon the channel and it’s great! What was the watch featured, and how do you guys like it? I didn’t see it linked in the gear list. Thanks!
This one is definitely on my bucket list. I see you camped at Lewis... Others I've communicated with went to Elk Lake. How was the day hike from there? Great video!
The day hike was definitely long, around a 16 mile day. But the campground at Elk Lake was not very exciting so I would camp at Lewis or Glacier meadows if I was to go again!
