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In this video, Steve and Dan take us on a challenging yet breathtaking hike to Cedar Lakes in the Cabinet Mountains of Montana. The trail is flooded from melting snow, and as they ascend, it remains blanketed in snow, making progress slow but rewarding. Both the lower and upper lakes are still encased in ice, creating a stunning wintery landscape even in early summer. Cedar Creek flows majestically, swollen from the snowmelt higher up, adding to the serene beauty of the hike. Despite the difficult conditions, the journey through this pristine wilderness is nothing short of glorious. ??? The Cedar Lakes Trail, located in the Cabinet Mountains of western Montana, offers hikers a stunning journey through rugged and pristine wilderness. The trail typically spans approximately 6 to 8 miles round trip, depending on the exact route taken. It begins at a trailhead that can be accessed via forest service roads, often requiring a high-clearance vehicle. As hikers start their ascent, they traverse through dense forests of pine and fir, with the trail often flanked by lush undergrowth and wildflowers in the summer months. The trail can be quite steep and challenging, with significant elevation gain, making it suitable for experienced hikers. During the spring and early summer, melting snow can cause parts of the trail to be flooded, and higher elevations may still be covered in snow. This can make the hike more difficult but also adds to the scenic beauty, with snow-capped peaks and icy lakes. The highlight of the trail is reaching Cedar Lakes, which consist of an upper and lower lake, both typically clear and cold. These lakes are often partially or fully frozen well into late spring. The surrounding peaks reflect off the lake surfaces, creating picturesque views. Cedar Creek, which flows through the area, is particularly vigorous during the snowmelt, adding the sound of rushing water to the tranquil environment. Wildlife is abundant in this area, and hikers might see deer, elk, and even the occasional bear. The trail and lakes are part of the Cabinet Mountains Wilderness, which ensures that the area remains largely untouched and wild. Overall, the Cedar Lakes Trail offers a rewarding adventure for those looking to experience the beauty and solitude of Montana’s high country. ??? Contact AOWS at anythingoutdoorswithsteve@gmail.com If you would like to support us, https://www.buymeacoffee.com/anythingout as a cheaper alternative to patreon. ??? Music in this video: Track: Ripple - Stuck [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch more NCS on YouTube: https://NCS.lnk.to/YouTubeAT Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/Stuck - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Rec-ID: recA4dvklNQJ9JYab ******** Liquify - Forgotten Years https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6a8BwM_tOn0 Band Name: Liquify Album Name: Lost in Time Country: USA Year: 2021 Style: Psychedelic Stoner Rock Support the artist and buy the album: https://liquify.bandcamp.com/album/lo... #nature #explore #mountains #CedarLakesTrail #CabinetMountains #MontanaHiking #SpringHike #SnowmeltAdventures #IceCoveredLakes #WildernessBeauty #HikingMontana #NatureExploration #MountainAdventure ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90MIz_jcuck

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