Silver Peak
 McClellen's Butte, over 6 miles away, as seen from the access road to the Annette Lake Trailhead. |
 Even the melting snows cannot keep these hearty muchrooms from thriving. |
 Most of the 3.5 mile trail to Annette Lake is in the trees. As I climb the steep slope, Abiel Peak is seen rising above the lake. |
 Abiel Peak, with Mt. Rainier far in the distance, from the false summit. |
 Another view of Abiel and Mt. Rainier. |
 Silver Peak. My route follows behind the right-hand ridge and finishes on the other side. |
 Me at the summit of Silver Peak, looking north. Kaleetan Peak is the narrow peak above my left shoulder, with Chair Peak to the right. |
 Me at the summit, looking south. |
 I met Kari, another scrambler who is from Finland. We shared some strawberies and talked for a while before he departed. |
 I met this dog-owner on the way back -- the dog carried his 'stick' all the way to the lake and back -- 7 miles! |
 Lush, moss covered stones create a peaceful setting for this fast-flowing creek. |