September 2 / 2011
pronounced" kla klak ama" or "klak la kama"
we had tall old growth all around us
My brother Kim was with us
we were set to do some paddling & quadding
a nice little beach to store the kayaks
we headed off into the mountains on the quad
with several routes set up on the gps
this is Mount Schoen with a glimpse of it's beautiful lake
deep in the valley there were huge rock slides
it was getting pretty hot so a cool refresher was in order
wild raspberries
back at Klaklakama we look up at Maquilla Peak
our plan is to quad to the north base of the mountain
where there is a small glacial lake
the road got rough in several places
we were not expecting such a stunning little lake
with elk trails everywhere
lots of frozen snow drifts still fighting the sun
the old growth straight ahead is where our campsite is
today we decide to quad to the south side of Maquilla Peak
a major washout but there's enough room to squeeze by
the creeks are flowing everywhere
this cool road takes us higher and higher
finally we reach the top and enjoy the view down the valley
morning fishing trip...every day was sunny
quietly cruising by
easy fella...no pooping on the hat or glasses please
Vernon Lake...we have camped on that little point
it was a busy 4 days with so much to explore
no wonder we love this north island area
Russ & Arlene
This weather looks amazing. I'm assuming this trip wasn't taken in the past month or so.
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ReplyDeleteIt has been a few years since I was in this area, but it is one of my favorites. Any idea of the name of that kittle alpine lake you found? Looks really delightful! What a beautiful shot of the green water and vegitation.
The North Island has some of the best lakes, doesn't it? I have made trips with both my sons into this area. Klaklakama Lakes are great. We usually try to camp on the first one, which if I recall is "upper" Klaklakama. Is there a camp site on the lower lake? It looks more interesting for paddling...
I have some photos from Nimpkish Island and would like to visit there again with a whole day to take photos. I have always thought it would be a great place to hunt mushrooms in the fall, but have not made it yet!
Thanks for the report, always nice to see what you guys are up to.
Richard
Fabulous pictures Russ. Love your blog.
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