Black Crater

I drove down from Portland early this morning. I was planning on hiking Black Crater and Belknap Crater back to back today and tomorrow, but

We started our hike late into the morning which isn't common for us.  It was HOT! Just a confirmation for me that I have an

We got an early start on this one and I’m happy that we did as there was little shade and it was getting really warm

We got an early start on this one and I’m happy that we did as there was little shade and it was getting really warm

Lots of flies at the top, 1 snowfield was a little difficult, had to dig in and use poles. Views were not as great as

A beautiful day for a hike.  McKenzie Highway is still open and the road is in good shape (it closes 11/9 or earlier if the