This morning I went to one of my favorite hiking areas, Mount Kit Carson. I had originally planned to go hiking with a friend in the Kaniksu National Forest, however, it was cancelled for medical reasons. So at the last minute I decided to go to Mount Kit Carson.
Now that Fall has arrived in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, the weather is cooling down with plenty of rain. It is my favorite time of year to hike, as the air smells fresh and the rain really brings out the colors in nature. The vibrant colors also give a sense of depth.
This morning was cold and foggy with quite a bit of rain. The trails were very visible, but not far into the distance. I came across very few chipmunks and squirrels, and was met by a beautiful Doe about a mile and a half into the hike who quietly watched me as I walked by. I went to the trail head without a route in mind; I just knew that I would start hiking on Trail 100 and see which direction my body went as I came across trail intersections. I was not surprised to find myself at the summit of Mount Kit Carson. It is rare for me to hike the area without going to its summit. With it being so cold outside, it was a great time to stop for a hot cup of coffee.
This is the first time I’ve seen the fog at the summit, and it was an amazing experience. It looked so different than any other time I’ve been there and was almost as if I was somewhere else. There is normally a drop-off with many layers of bright blue mountains in the background, but today it was all hidden behind the fog.
This hike was about 7.60 miles and, if you live in eastern Washington, I highly suggest hiking through this area. It has quite a bit to offer during all season of the year!
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