This weekend, I had two day hikes planned. In reality, I ended up strolling around Sauvie Island on Saturday (blackberries are ripe for the picking) and Sunday turned into a half-hike (aka scouting expedition).
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Here's the first of several trail junctions to mark the way to Cairn Basin via Vista Ridge. Got a late start and most hikers who I encountered were heading home. Received several warnings about snow on the trail, but Max and I were feeling confident.
Though the trail along Vista Ridge was easy, the ascent to Barrett Spur looked "iffy". Note the right side of the picture is Mt. Hood's peak hiding behind an ominous cloud.
I opted to admire the avalanche lily-covered slopes and snack on my homemade blackberry scones.
Several hikers warned me that the loop trail to Cairn Basin was easy to lose due to the snow coverage. But I had to try...and, indeed lost the trail. Unable to complete the loop, I headed back out trying not to sulk.
Hood heard my plea and finally unveiled herself as I drove away from the trailhead.
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