This preserve is such a gift, especially as other canyons in the area, like Olalla, are fully privatized.
We hiked the Sunrise trail in the afternoon. Balsamroot abounded and the views were stunning all the way -- from the soft rolling canyonlands on the way up to the Enchantments from the top. Some wind at the saddle, but otherwise very calm. Trail is a steady but gentle uphill with one short steep section at the top. Alltrails said 5.8 mi with 1755 EG.
Only a few people on the trail this sunny Friday. Facilities were clean and well stocked and parking was easy in the trailhead lot.
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