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whidbey: It's about 3000 feet up
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whidbey: never far from the sound of water
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whidbey: Boardwalks to protect muddy areas
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whidbey: Cool, clear water
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whidbey: The trail stays nice and flat for about two miles
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whidbey: No wonder they called these mountains the Cascades
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whidbey: A nice place to sunbathe
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whidbey: Avalanche Chute
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whidbey: A Perfect Day
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whidbey: A glimpse of Hibox Mountain
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whidbey: Hibox Again
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whidbey: Rampart Ridge
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whidbey: Just a peaceful day to do some trudging
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whidbey: More cascades to be had
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whidbey: And downright waterfalls
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whidbey: A rushing torrent
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whidbey: Just couldn't resist, now could you?
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whidbey: Yes, this place is green
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whidbey: And it starts climbing
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whidbey: Up
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whidbey: More views through the trees
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whidbey: Tall trees
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whidbey: Bright light
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whidbey: Too bright, really
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whidbey: Dryer than the western slopes
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whidbey: The Box Canyon Environs
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whidbey: Showing its summer colors
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whidbey: After about 45 minutes of pure grueling steepness, you are rewarded with this
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whidbey: Glacial Walls
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whidbey: Deep blue