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Logan Pass and the West Side of the Going to the Sun Road Sunday, July 1, 2001 (continued) (Click on the thumbnail pictures to see a larger view) |
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Logan Pass and the West Side of the Going to the Sun Road Sunday, July 1, 2001 (continued) (Click on the thumbnail pictures to see a larger view) |
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| The Logan Pass scene was also spectacular
(and crowded!), and after a car picnic lunch (it was so windy!), we geared
up for the Hidden Lake trail. First the trail rose steeply up a boardwalk,
then across a long snowfied, through a narrow snow pass to the top -- still
somewhat windy, but even more spectacular scenery. Mountain goats
with babies followed us to the breathtaking overlook, perhaps looking for
lunch. We spied another group of goats in a more natural location,
w-a-y-y-y-y up on an overlooking peak. While the return hike was
downhill and much easier, this was still a taxing hike. Back in the
car, the descent provided still more great views. After the 'Loop',
Carol lost the road's inside track , but the remainder was an easy drive.
At Lake McDonald, we checked into our nice (but small!) cabin, cleaned
up and ate a refreshingly good dinner. After dinner, we jumped on
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7 pm boat tour of the lake. In spite of an insipid ranger talk and no scope-able wildlife, we enjoyed the ride. Afterwards, we ate some ice cream on the shore as the sun dropped behind the mountains. Our feet were tired, but what a great day! |
| Pictures from the Logan Pass Hidden Lake Trail and the West
Side of the Going to the Sun Road
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18. Moon from the lake |
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