The approach to the summit gives you an opportunity in mid-summer to do a lot of wildflower identification. Absolutely breath-taking views on clear days of Mt. Shuksan and Mt. Baker to the southwest. Once at the camping area, a variety of small mountain ponds abound, with remnants of the gold mining era that took place over 100 years back. Views of American Border and Canadian Border Peak are unbeatable, as well as that of Tomyhoi. Equipment can still be found, as well as a hidden mining cabin, but be sure to take good care of what you find and leave what remains for others to see.
geosean - Oct 11, 2009 12:25 pm Date Climbed: Jul 16, 2006
Great Area to Explore
I love this area, I have since been back many times to explore the area around the tarns and hills to the SW, aw well as climbing Tomyhoi. Climbed the North Butte and the standard route.
belowfellow - Feb 16, 2011 6:40 pm Date Climbed: Sep 26, 2009
gorgeousYAB via Keep Kool Trail with more berries than one can imagine.
breauxtrahn - Dec 8, 2010 10:30 pm Date Climbed: Oct 8, 2009
fall color and snowReally fun. interesting landscapes.
Doehle - Oct 18, 2010 5:05 pm Date Climbed: Oct 2, 2010
Last Gasps of SummerLots of other folks out enjoying the warm temps, and last berries. Great color
jkuresman - Nov 9, 2009 12:11 am Date Climbed: Jul 16, 2006
Beautiful Summer DayStill some snow and an easy ridge ramble from the false summit.
SummitQueen - Oct 13, 2009 2:39 am
Lots of cultural history up thereThe approach to the summit gives you an opportunity in mid-summer to do a lot of wildflower identification. Absolutely breath-taking views on clear days of Mt. Shuksan and Mt. Baker to the southwest. Once at the camping area, a variety of small mountain ponds abound, with remnants of the gold mining era that took place over 100 years back. Views of American Border and Canadian Border Peak are unbeatable, as well as that of Tomyhoi. Equipment can still be found, as well as a hidden mining cabin, but be sure to take good care of what you find and leave what remains for others to see.
geosean - Oct 11, 2009 12:25 pm Date Climbed: Jul 16, 2006
Great Area to ExploreI love this area, I have since been back many times to explore the area around the tarns and hills to the SW, aw well as climbing Tomyhoi. Climbed the North Butte and the standard route.
mvs - Sep 21, 2009 4:45 pm Date Climbed: Sep 15, 2004
Fun hikePart of a long day trip with Theron, we bagged Tommyhoi too. The weather was a bit unsettled but good local views.
gimpilator - Jun 17, 2009 6:17 pm Date Climbed: Oct 7, 2006
A Prime HikeShort but very sweet. The colors on these slopes in the fall are fantastic.