Emerald Ridge Loop,  Mt Rainier National Park,  August 10, 2009     page 23 / 23

By mid-afternoon we had rejoined the West Side road. We followed it for about three miles to complete our loop. The loop was comfortable with just a day pack. We covered about twelve miles and gained 3800 feet.

The boys successfully climbed Mt. Adams in excellent weather the following week. Congratulations on a fine accomplishment, guys!