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The Alpine Lakes Crest Traverse in a Day

The Alpine Lakes Crest Traverse in a Day

Posted on July 25, 2021July 29, 2021 by kyle

Repeating the incredible Alpine Lakes Crest Traverse, from Snoqualmie Pass to Mt. Daniel, in a single giant push. Beautiful photography by Nick Danielson.

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Townsend to Buckhorn Ridge Run

Townsend to Buckhorn Ridge Run

Posted on June 26, 2021June 28, 2021 by kyle

A great ridge run from Mt. Townsend to Buckhorn Mountain in the NE Olympics.

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Courtney Peak

Courtney Peak

Posted on October 4, 2020October 22, 2020 by kyle

A pleasant birthday hike up and around Courtney Peak with friends admiring the golden larches.

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Chain Lakes, Bulls Tooth

Chain Lakes, Bulls Tooth

Posted on August 29, 2020October 21, 2020 by kyle

Backpacking with my family to some quiet, beautiful lakes in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Blueberries galore!

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Granite Mountain Traverse

Granite Mountain Traverse

Posted on August 26, 2020October 21, 2020 by kyle

An evening adventure traversing over West Granite and Granite Mountain near Snoqualmie Pass.

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Patterson Peak Loop

Patterson Peak Loop

Posted on August 15, 2020October 21, 2020 by kyle

Exploring the White Cloud Mountains of Idaho with a short loop up and over Patterson Peak.

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The Teanaway Traverse

The Teanaway Traverse

Posted on June 21, 2020October 22, 2020 by kyle

An athletic linkup of 9 peaks on the crest of the Teanaway Range. Fun scrambling, easy approach, and great position make this one a classic.

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Washington High Routes and Traverses

Washington High Routes and Traverses

Posted on April 23, 2020June 29, 2026 by kyle

A comprehensive list of high routes, linkups, technical traverses, and ski traverses in Washington State.

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West McMillan Spire

West McMillan Spire

Posted on August 29, 2019October 22, 2020 by kyle

My first time in the legendary Pickets – a day climb of West McMillan Spire in the Southern Pickets.

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Black Peak, NE Ridge (5.3)

Black Peak, NE Ridge (5.3)

Posted on August 4, 2019October 22, 2020 by kyle

A fun lap on the underrated NE Ridge of Black Peak. 4 star position and views + 3 star climbing make for a 4 star outing!

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