Washington has a varied landscape. East of the mountains is the Palouse, wheat growing country semi arid of rolling hills. The Cascades are glaciated volcanic mountains, and the Olympics are glaciated uplifted mountains. There are areas here and there that somewhat resemble Scotland, but most of the west is covered with trees.
I've done the road, the train, and the West Highland Way, as well as looking down on the Moor from the Buachaille and a few other high points around, but I know I haven't come close to the full experience. Thanks for sharing both Murray's perspective and your own.
N of Loch Laidon is straightforward, mostly on gravel track now with alternative crossing A'Chruach. S of the loch is 2/3 on low hill humps (with great views) and Gorton bothy. But last bit to Rannoch Station will be tricky unless ground dry and river low.
Wonderful morning walk, at sunrise, here in the state of Washington, USA. Thank you.
They say Washington State is a bit like Scotland in climate and landscape. Do the pictures look at all like WA?
Washington has a varied landscape. East of the mountains is the Palouse, wheat growing country semi arid of rolling hills. The Cascades are glaciated volcanic mountains, and the Olympics are glaciated uplifted mountains. There are areas here and there that somewhat resemble Scotland, but most of the west is covered with trees.
I've done the road, the train, and the West Highland Way, as well as looking down on the Moor from the Buachaille and a few other high points around, but I know I haven't come close to the full experience. Thanks for sharing both Murray's perspective and your own.
N of Loch Laidon is straightforward, mostly on gravel track now with alternative crossing A'Chruach. S of the loch is 2/3 on low hill humps (with great views) and Gorton bothy. But last bit to Rannoch Station will be tricky unless ground dry and river low.