I was invited on a two-day backpacking trip in Olympic National Park with two lady adventure friends. The shenanigans with friends on the first day was invigorating, and the solitude of an early morning photo tour on the second day was a dream.
Between Lake Kachess and Lake Cle Elum, the 12-mile loop ended up being a race against the clock. Snow, ragging creeks, tree wells, wind, and rain created a recipe for adventure!
What on earth would I do if four bears came into my camp? Why, I would die of course. Literally shit myself lifeless.
– Bill Bryson, A Walk in the Woods
Olympic National Park is a true Pacific Northwest gem: centuries-old foliage and gorgeous alpine lakes combine to create one of the most unforgettable national parks that the country has to offer.
