Golden Lks. to Klapatche Park
My tent site, perched on a hillside, provided a great view west, including one of the Golden Lakes, nestled like a jewel on a pillow, top left. Mt Rainier's west face displays many of its 25 glaciers, surrounding the peak in splay fashion, left. Most likely this view, from Golden Lakes, includes North Mowich , Edmunds, and South Mowich Glaciers. The Tallest peak may be Liberty Cap (14112ft). From our 5000ft loft, at Golden Lakes, fellow hikers and I watched the sun set on the Pacific horizon, and lights turn on at our feet in Tacoma. Late afternoon shadows creep over one of the lakes, above.
Mt Rainier National Park
Wonderland Trail
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