The original plan was to climb up Gnarl Ridge. Alas, a forest fire closed down every ridge line leading up to this area of the mountain. So we switched gears and headed up Elk Cove Trail #631.
Two creeks strategically placed about 3.5 miles apart were welcome spots to cool off on such a HOT day in Oregon.
From Elk Cove, we went on two mini-hikes along the Timberline Trail #600. The first went west in search of the illusive Dollar Lake, which we never managed to locate due to snow covering the trail. The second was east to Coe Falls, which were quite full from melting snow.
The best show in town was the wildflower display in the meadows of Elk Cove. Too fearful of rain, I left my camera at home. Looks like a day hike is in order to capture the meadows in all of its alpine summer glory!
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