> Almost to the top, around 2600 feet gained so far.
 > Looking straight up the slope.
 > This is what greeted us when we emerged into the upper meadow. It's almost a carpet of Arrowleaf Balsamroot. and yes, it really is this steep. Thank goodness for switchbacks.
 > Looking west back toward Portland, with Wind Mountain in the foreground.
 > Arrowleaf Balsamroot and Paintbrush
 > Arrowleaf Balsamroot dominating a meadow filled with flowers.
 > Mt St Helens and a different trail back down.
 > Looking back down the trail.
 > Arrowleaf Balsamroot. It is related to the sunflower, which was not a surprise.
Looking back down the trail.
 > Looking back down the trail.
Looking back down the trail.
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