At 6750′ Panhandle Gap was our highest elevation during the hike. This served as a true gap, dividing the viewshed north and south. It was the most spectacular part of our journey. More photos of Panhandle Gap can be found on my new blog about Wilderness Backpacking Trails.
Real mountain terraine
The final approach to Panhandle Gap
The view south from Panhandle Gap, including massive Mt. Adams
A herd of mountain goats just west of Panhandle Gap
Tags: Sense of Place
