Mile 2541.9 to Mile 2564.3 - 22.4 miles
Just when we thought we'd be blessed with sunny weather all the way to Canada, Washington bites you. Tiptoe & I were about 2/3 up the 3250 foot climb to Suiattle Pass when the rain started. Tiptoe was further up than me & actually got snowed upon!! And man....was it cold!! After ensuring the conditions for an hour it began to ease & eventually we ended up with a clear sunny day - thankfully.
Near the top of Suiattle Pass we could see the mountains to the right
The weather behind us looked grim but I was certain it was what we had already had
As we hit the top of the Pass things looked much better as we started the drop to Agnes Creek Valley. In the distance the Northern Cascades loomed
The fall in elevation of 4000 feet made the afternoon tolerable. We were constantly overshadowed by these towering bluffs
On the valley floor it was noticeable that the trees were much larger. My guess is less harsh conditions & more sun, rain with avoidance of avalanches, rock slides, fire etc. This gives them the chance to grow up to be big boys & girls
We are 5.1 miles from High Bridge where we will catch a shuttle to Stehekin for our food resupply, shower, laundry, bakery sampling etc. We then hope to be back on trail mid afternoon for the final push with a Friday morning walk across the border. 86 miles to go.....Weta
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