Hidden Lake Lookout, Sibley Pass — Monday, Sep. 13, 1999

North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20

Got a late start and reached the trailhead at noon. Trail starts through old clearcut but overgrowth gave shade from the sun. Switchbacks continued up through forest and then after a little more than a 1 mile trail breaks out into the open and views of Sibley Creek Pass and Hidden Lake Peak up the valley. Trail was in good condition most of the way. After crossing and recrossing Sibley Creek, hiked up faint trail to the Pass avoiding some large snow patches still lingering. Awesome view as you reach the Pass of all the peaks surrounding the upper Cascade River Valley and also good view of Snowking Mountain, Mt Baker, and the Picket Range to the West. A perfect warm Indian Summer afternoon to take in all the scenery.