Valhalla Peak — Monday, Aug. 21, 2023

Up then back down to Valhalla Peak from the Dosewallips trailhead.  4300 feet of gain over 3.5 miles. It is very step with very  little let up.   I would recommend using trekking poles.  There are compact sections of dry pine needles on sections of the upper trail which makes it hazardous.    The upper portion near the top is overgrown and it is hard to find in spots coming down at times   There are very minor blowdowns   The trail is mostly all shaded   There is one dangerous slide area to cross  see photo