The Pacific Crest Trail is a 2,400 mile long foot trail stretching from the US border with Mexico through California, Oregon and Washington State to Canada.
Pacific Crest Trail, Pasayten Wilderness
Powder and Shull Mountains, from the Pacific Crest Trail, Pasayten Wilderness
The northern most part of the PCT follows the Cascade Crest crossing Rock Pass, Woody Pass and then making a long gradual ascent of Lakeview Ridge.
Rock Pass, from Woody Pass
Here a more than 7,000 feet the views are breathtaking. Lining the international border are Hozomeen Mountain, Joker and Freezeout Mtns and Castle Peak. To the west the snowy dome of Mount Baker is clearly visible. Three Fools Peak dominates to the horizon to the south.
Three Fools Peak from the PCT on Lakeview Ridge
The grassy ridgetop is a fine place to camp. Snow lingers here, usually until August, providing water.
Lakeview Ridge at Sunset
Jack Mountain from Lakeview Ridge
The easiest way to get here is to drive to Mazama and take the road towards Harts Pass, up the steep valley and towards Slate Peak. The road (generally suitable for passenger vehicles) bisects the PCT just below the summit of Slate Peak. This it the highest point that can be reached by car in Washington. From here its about a 20 mile hike to the top of Lakeview Ridge.
North Western Images - photos by Andy Porter 
Great photos! Love the wildflowers!
Hello Yvonne! The wildflowers there are magnificent, so full of colors…
Thank you, I checked out your website. Stunning photos!
Beautiful and breathtaking images Andy. Thanks once again for all you do and share with so many- I appreciate you😄
Dave, My pleasure, that’s for sure! Happy 2015!
Stunning photos of this beautiful area! A girl can dream!
Yes! The images get me dreaming of summer, too!
Wowza as usual ! 🙂
Hey Kenny, Thank you!
Stunning photography, beautifully done!!
Thank you Jim, The Pasayten Wilderness is one of my most favorite places.
Beautiful views, I love all the wildflowers! 🙂
Hi Jewels! me too, the wildflowers are spectacular!
What an amazing landscape .. great pictures.
Hi Robert, Yes, the landscape here in the NW are stunning…the flowers in late July are like a carpet of colors.
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Gorgeous photos .. Love the colours. Loads of freshness 🙂
Yes, the flowers do look very fresh!
Stunning photos.
Many thanks, Raewyn!
Beautiful nature and very nice photos!
Andy, so many great photos here. Your work is truly amazing.
Beautiful mountain scenery !
Beautiful. It makes me ready for summer.
Thanks Jeff! Yeah, me too!