Winter Backpacking Mt Baker: 17 Nov 2018
Our group of 3, started at the Heliotrope Trailhead, it was at least 32F, so a little nippy :) The plan was to enjoy a leisurely hike up, then evaluate the climbers route to get to the Hogback campsite. The weather was perfect, we reached the waterfalls, which was partly frozen over, but looked gorgeous. Going the climbers routes, poles, spikes were the minimum. Eventually, reaching the Hogsback campsite, we proceeded to pitch 3 tents. Enjoying the view Gotta stay warm! My home for the night After setting up the tents, sunset approached quickly! So we got our cooking area setup and started to melt snow for dinner. After some good food, and fireball whiskey to warm us up, we saw an amazing moonrise, with the sunset. I stayed up to take a few night photos. Skiers coming down at night With less than 5mph winds, it was perfect conditions, ...