First Hike
by Sharon Elliott
Title
First Hike
Artist
Sharon Elliott
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Photograph - Photography
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The Watchman Peak was my first hike at Crater Lake. The climb takes you to and elevation of 8013 ft, and one of the most spectacular 360 degree views of the lake and surrounding area for as far as the eye can see. The hike on the way up is a beautiful garden and a wide variety of flora of this area. Snow can still be found along the way even in August during some years, when the snow pack has been exceptionally deep during the previous winter. From the parking area to the top, not including the stairway to the top of the Ranger Station, you will climb 420 ft, in 1.6 miles. Well worth the effort, and the beauty of the scenery along the way in unmatched.
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March 18th, 2013
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