North Cascades National Park, our 4oth park!! I'm starting to feel like a broken record by saying this but once again we were limited by time, weather and seasonal closures at this park. Brian set up the tent for us in the rain at Goodell Creek. We were nestled under Conifers dripping of moss and raindrops and lulled by the rushing creek. With extra blankets and pillows from home, our tent became an insulated nest. Relentless rain led to a soggy breakfast and a day to enjoy driving around the park, stopping to visit points of interest and short walks to peak a boo views through the fog.
In 1968 North Cascades became apart of a preservation complex also including Ross Lake National Recreation Area and Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. By the power of U.S. Congress, the preservation encompasses "certain majestic mountain scenery, snowfields, glaciers, alpine meadows, lakes and other unique glaciated features" ... "for the benefit, use and inspiration of present and future generations." Say what you will, but I am colossally greatful for federally managed lands. I really think more should be conserved.
The road closure at Ross Dam turned us around and sent us back through, around and out of the Park but not without our fill of flowing cascades. I bet you can guess what I'm going to say next. If you suspected I would end this short write up by saying we would love to come back and visit because we simply did not have enough time here, then you would be correct. I must say, hitting 40 Parks is a huge mark for us. Our love and admiration for the National Parks continues to grow with each visit we've been fortunate enough to have.
Diablo Dam
Diablo Lake
Next Stop: Seattle, WA
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