The previous trip report made this hike sound so good, and it really lived up to expectations. Such a hidden gem.
I'm in WA on a work trip and couldn't resist getting a trail run in. With plans to run a marathon tomorrow in two days, I tried to take it easy, but a combination of needing to be back in time for work and the stunning scenery kept me moving quickly.
Hit the trailhead at 5:50AM - no issues with the road, suitable for all vehicles. To my surprise there were maybe 5-6 other cars at the trailhead, but all must have been backpackers, because I didn't see a single person on my hike in or out (one other car driving in when I was driving out around 8:30AM).
Not much to say that the previous trip report didn't. Trail was in excellent shape, upper stretches had some small patches of lingering snow and mud but nothing that wasn't passable and my feet stayed dry. I hiked up to the saddle between Bean and Devil's Neck for spectacular views - had I not been pressed for time, I would've loved to tag those peaks too. I'd also just generally love to come back and explore this area more - seemingly endless trails that connect.
Really made me miss Washington!
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