Beautiful day to be out amongst giants. Our trail crew hiked in a mile on the North Fork Sauk River Trail. There are a few trees to work around but not challenging. We split up into two teams: One worked on rebuilding a rock retaining wall at a creek washout and our team backtracked to saw out some 4 x 6 from a dead fall tree for a future puncheon project. Good leadership and great volunteers made the day go quickly. Someday I'd like to come back and hike out further on this beautiful trail.
Afterwards, I took a quick hike up to the Red Mountain Lookout site since it leaves from the same trailhead, and I'd never drive all the way out here for a two-mile trail. There's a big blowdown mess at the beginning that looks daunting but isn't. There's also a few step over and two scoot under trees. Overall, a nice trail that offers a limited view at the lookout site.
The Mountain Loop Highway is in great shape right now. Forest Road 49 is rough so patience is a must, but any car can make it.
Comments
Thank you for your time and hard work which are much appreciated!
Posted by:
Bob and Barb on Jun 15, 2024 08:02 AM
You're certainly welcome. It's a drop in the bucket compared to all the work that has made my hiking in Washington easily accessable. We're very fortunate here in the Northwest.
Posted by:
Ups n Downs on Jun 15, 2024 02:56 PM
Yes, we are blessed!
Posted by:
Bob and Barb on Jun 15, 2024 10:27 PM
Nice work (and trip report)!
Posted by:
Washington Trails Association on Jun 17, 2024 09:57 AM
Thank you. I'm happy to support this great organization and help maintain trails for future generations.
Posted by:
Ups n Downs on Jun 17, 2024 11:36 AM