Turtleback Mountain Preserve - Ship Peak Loop — Saturday, Apr. 23, 2011

The small parking lot at the South Trailhead was full when we arrived at 9am. The meadow just below the parking lot was mowed and was serving as an overflow lot. Soon caught up with a large group that was on a guided bird-spotting tour. Other than this group, we encountered just a few parties. Found two benches at the "West Overlook": one with beautiful views to the south, with the Olympic Mountains in the background, and one facing west towards Vancouver Island, could see Victoria in the distance. Continued on to Ship Peak, which had views to the east across Orcas Island. The trail was in great condition. Saw a few flowers, and some birds (including a group of eagles soaring above Ship Peak).

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