larch mountain loop

date hiked: september 16, 2006
distance: 6.2 miles
highest elevation: 3950 feet
elevation gain: 1300 feet
time: 2.5 hours

the larch mountain loop hike was much better than i anticipated. the hike incorporates four trails to make the loop (trails 441, 444, 446, 424).

most people mention the view from sherrard point, where you can view eight of the surrounding peaks, including mt hood, mt st helens, mt adams, mt jefferson, mt rainier, and the three sisters. however, i hiked the loop on a rainy, cloudy day when the view was non-existent. other than the point, the loop is through forest and makes a great, quiet hike (especially on a rainy day). i passed two hikers early on…and after that i felt like i was the only person in the world…which was awesome. i love it when the outside matches my insides. sometimes when it’s rainy, cloudy, and quiet on the inside…views are not what’s needed…a solitary, wet trail is perfect.

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