HIDDEN LAKE LOOKOUT // NORTH CASCADES: UNBEATABLE SCENERY AT ONE OF WASHINGTON'S BEST FIRE LOOKOUTS

[@TheMountainMatt]

Check out this video here for another adventure from Washington 👉🏼kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKTbZXx8e8ajkM0

[@kw2764]

Wow, jealous. Thanks for the photos

[@Nat-tw8yt]

Cus of this vid… I’m planning to do this exact hike next week… great vid Matt…thanks

[@TheMountainMatt]

I think they finally opened Cascade River Road the other day 👍🏼 it's been a couple months at least! Thanks man, you'll freak out up there it's beautiful!

[@earlviney5212]

What makes north cascades so spectacular is its extreme vertical relief from base to summit. ( not above sea level). For example the Colorado rockies are higher above sea level but not base to summit. The peaks in Colorado are only about 4000 ft above a plateau of about 10000ft above sea level. Contrast with north cascades which rise 9000 ft above their bases in some places. This makes for much more dramatic scenery than the rockies plus more glaciers.

[@MelissaAndAlex]

This looks incredible

[@TheMountainMatt]

It is 👍🏼 unfortunately the road to the trailhead has been closed on and off all summer due to fires in the area.

[@nlavigne92292]

Looks incredible!

[@TheMountainMatt]

A must if you’re in the area 👍🏼 not to long and not to steep either 😁

[@nlavigne92292]

@TheMountainMatt we were using your video to get info on it for this weekend. Unfortunately, the trail head is closed due to fire. It's on the list, though.

[@TheMountainMatt]

Glad you found the video! That’s in part why I make them 😁👍🏼, unfortunately Cascade River Road has been closed for most of the summer.

[@shonmatthewsboyy9677]

Perfect thing to wake up to on a Sunday. My favorite mountain vlogger releasing a video of my favorite state to go to. Keep up the great work Matt. You’re the inspiration for many of our trips to mountains

[@TheMountainMatt]

😁 thank you so much! I'm so glad our videos are resonating with you! If you enjoy Washingon I think you'll enjoy the next few vids being uploaded over the next few months 😁 cheers!

[@jasonmears4393]

Dude, the summit view almost brought tears to my eyes...simply incredible. I can only imagine seeing it in person. Matt, you are a lucky man living in such a beautiful state. Of all the many, many hiking videos I have watched all over the States....Washington state knocks it out of the park every single time. The cascades are incredible. I've never been there, but I can honestly say from your videos that I love that place. Thanks for sharing, and keep on keeping on.

[@TheMountainMatt]

Thanks Jay! The next couple vids are in the cascades as well and I think the views are even better then in this video 😁 cheers bro!

[@FindMeInSeattle]

Wow this is a spectacular hike. The way you captured it is extra impressive double the work to film it

[@TheMountainMatt]

Thanks! Those days can be quite the workout 😂. I’d rather film someone else all day long on our adventures. My legs feel that extra vert at the end of the day😅.

[@JayDubb3BCT]

Matt coming through Just when i needed a outdoor adventure! Thank you two for an awesome journey!

[@TheMountainMatt]

Glad to hear from you again Jay! North Cascades are my new favorites 🤯🤯🤯 cheers!

[@SlonesWildernessExpeditions]

I'll be visiting the PNW for the first time in July. What an amazing hike!

[@TheMountainMatt]

Get ready for your mind to be blown 🤯👍🏼

[@earlviney5212]

You won't be dissapointed. First do sauk mountain for an expansive view of the entire park.

[@tmoore136]

Another banger, Matt...Cascades seem like a place I need to visit someday. 😉

[@TheMountainMatt]

Yes sir! Soon my son 😂

[@unjarredoutdoors5513]

This was great! Keep them legs working brother

[@TheMountainMatt]

Thanks! Never miss leg day is my motto 🤣 cheers!

[@ericarmstrong3287]

Another great video, Matt, and one of my favorite hikes in WA! Years ago I was part of a trail work party that installed some of that boardwalk. I carried wood down from the helicopter drop site. I can't wait for your next videos!

[@TheMountainMatt]

Thanks Eric! I knew that hike was going to be killer when we started off on that boardwalk 👍🏼. Small world my friend!

[@leestamm3187]

Nice video. I did that trip numerous times back in my hiking days. It's one of the best dayhikes in the region. Like everywhere in the North Cascades, the bugs are devilish in Summer, but usually are gone by September. Fall colors in early October are excellent, too.

[@TheMountainMatt]

Thanks Lee! I think the Cascades are my new favorite mountains. Actually headed back in mid August for more 🤩! Dalton and I were out there a couple years ago at the end of September. The colors were off the charts! Fall is the best time in the mountains I believe 😁👍🏼, cheers!

[@leestamm3187]

@@TheMountainMatt Agreed. Trails are clear of snow, bugs are done, and the Autumn colors largely compensate for the flowers of Summer. Rule of thumb about the great flower displays is; Peak flowers means Peak bugs. It's just the price you pay. 😄

[@TheWanderingWulfs]

Great video, Matt & family! This one definitely looks doable for us. 😆 Absolutely beautiful. Your videos are always so fun. Thanks for sharing! 🏔

[@TheMountainMatt]

It’s a super fun scramble. The road up there is the problem 👍🏼 cheers!

[@TheWanderingWulfs]

@@TheMountainMatt Good to know! Have you ever been on the roads in the Wind River Range in Wyoming? Particularly the one to Squaretop Mountain? That one took us 2 full hours to drive just 20 miles. It was horrendous. 😆

[@TheMountainMatt]

never been but I know how ya feel!

[@TheMountainMatt]

Kinda trying to hold out on the Wind Rivers until Emily and I move out that way and can backpack the crap out of them 😁

[@TheWanderingWulfs]

@@TheMountainMatt Oooh, that's so exciting for you both! That sounds awesome! We've only been to the Winds once, but they are GORGEOUS. We can't wait to go back! 💞

[@nationalparksprincess3216]

This is beautiful, I love North Cascades! The landscape and scenery are just stunning! The views at the lookout are amazing! Are you able to go inside the tower? You made that scramble to the summit look particularly easy!

[@TheMountainMatt]

Yeah it's first come first serve at the lookout tower 👍🏼 we didn't stay up there that long because the bugs were TERRIBLE. Thanks for watching😁 !

[@roblake9856]

LIKE

[@TheMountainMatt]

My man!

[@wd3011]

When was this recorded that you smelled smoke? I was there last August and the sky was completely white from smoke.

[@TheMountainMatt]

That was the last week of August 2023. We got lucky with the smoke from the fire near Diablo Lake that week. It was really bad the day we arrived but cleared decently for us.

[@wd3011]

Makes sense, I was there the week before and it was so thick you could barely see hidden lake. I am headed back early July, have to redo all my hikes there!

[@TheMountainMatt]

I’d redo that area as well 👍🏼

[@farbeyonddriven8173]

Legit! New Sub

[@TheMountainMatt]

Glad you enjoyed it 👍🏼 plenty more to come 🤩😁

[@greatestshow99]

Very nice, as always! So Sahale is next? Really looking forward to that one... among the top views on the continent imo! 😍😲

[@TheMountainMatt]

Yes sir 😁! Super pumped for people to see the next batch of vids! Totally agree with you, those mountains are my new favorites!

[@greatestshow99]

@TheMountainMatt Still hoping for that previously mentioned top ten list video... sorry I'm a needy viewer! 😉🤷‍♂️ Would be tough to choose I'm sure! I think Siyeh and Sahale might be top two for me? 🤔 I'm still a Glacier guy, but it's possible the Cascades could change that someday... You also need to get up to the Canadian Rockies: Banff, Jasper, Yoho, Robson... incredible!

[@TheMountainMatt]

I totally like the "top ten" video idea! I have a few places on the docket that I need to go to first before I'd make that video 👍🏼. Heading to the Banff area in September actually 😁 can't wait for that! Sahale and Siyeh are definitely hard to top.

[@greatestshow99]

@TheMountainMatt Awesome! Have you been to Yosemite? That's another of my favorite parks. Think I remember seeing Mist Trail footage or maybe Upper Yosemite Falls in one of your Mountain Matt intros? 🤔 Clouds Rest is one still on my list. If you've not been, Yosemite is an absolute must-see, especially in May or June when the waterfalls are rocking!

[@TheMountainMatt]

You spotted correctly 👍🏼 we got to experience Yosemite during June with the snowmelt, it was fantastic!

[@user-qc7hr4my7r]

I’m thinking we’re going to North Cascade National Park next year. Looks like it’s one of the least busier mountain parks from the visitation numbers I seen for your last year which is a bonus.

[@TheMountainMatt]

It’s definitely much quieter than most parks 👍🏼 you’ll love it out there! I think the Cascades are the prettiest mountains in the country. The next couple vids should help you get pumped to go out there 😁. There’s a lot of driving to be had out there and a good suv is a must but it’s all worth it!

[@user-qc7hr4my7r]

@@TheMountainMattwe always hit the Smokies and Yellowstone/GTNP then add a new park every year. The more I see of that park the more I want to visit it. We’re going to Alaska in June, have you done any hiking there?

[@TheMountainMatt]

Those are great parks that will never get old 👍🏼😁. Haven't been to Alaska yet but have a few hikes on my bucket list up there to do..... someday! Have a great time when you go!

[@user-qc7hr4my7r]

@@TheMountainMattthanks bud and keep sharing these mountain hikes, appreciate them.

[@TheMountainMatt]

I'm a tad obsessed the vids will probably be coming out for awhile.... if my knees hold up 🤣

[@titarivera4655]

What time did you start trekking?

[@TheMountainMatt]

The hike itself is fairly quick if you’re a seasoned person on the trails. It’s the drive up there that blows! I also heard that Cascade Road just closed today because of the current fire. We started around 7am.

[@damonbork3399]

Killer Matt!

[@TheMountainMatt]

Thanks man! I can't wait for ya'll to see the next batch of vids coming out 😁!

[@BillyBadger043]

Doing this hike next weekend. Can’t wait.

[@TheMountainMatt]

Nice! Cascade River Road is finally open 🤩👍🏼😃 it’s beautiful up there!

[@BillyBadger043]

@@TheMountainMatt I’ve been closely watching it with fingers crossed lol 😂. I was stoked to see it reopen. I was debating just going either way so I’m glad it’s legal this way 😂.

[@TheMountainMatt]

I can't believe they kept it closed for as long as they did... the fire wasn't that bad for a long while.

[@earlviney5212]

I'll take north cascades over glacier NP anytime