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Mount Townsend — Sunday, Jul. 4, 2021

Olympic Peninsula > Hood Canal

I planned my hike wrong and was way too early for sunset, but it's still a lovely hike. The wildflowers near treeline are in great shape. I think I might prefer Dirty Face Ridge as an ascent though, just personal preference. 

The road in great shape, but it's one lane w/ pullouts. I'd try and time your arrival and leaving at non-peak hours as it's a busy trailhead. 

I showed up on a holiday weekend and the parking lot was full. People were parked on the side of the road for about a quarter mile. 

PSA: leave the bluetooth speakers at home.  

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