Today Mary Jane Gibson and I climbed Cedar Butte, which is associated with the John Wayne trail opposite Rattlesnake Ledge. The hike culminates in a small bald patch at the end of a narrow trail of switchbacks and overlooking a precipice which deceptively appears to be safe, due to the foilage that clings to it and obscures the dropoff.
We took a wrong turn, retraced our steps, and then began the climb along a trail that was steep at times. It ended with a view of Mount Si and Mailbox Peak to the North, and glimpses of Rattlesnake Ledge to the west.
Distance: 4 miles, 5.6 km
Elevation gain: 900 feet
Load: 15 pounds
Stats for year to date:
Distance: 314.08 km
Elevation Gain: 26,330 feet
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A patch of small, thin trees at the top |
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