Hardy Ridge Trail at the 4-way junction. The sign shows the junction for the Hardy Ridge Loop Trail and the Lower Loop Trail.

Wildflowers blooming along the Hardy Ridge Loop Trail.

The Washington Trail Association rebuilt this section of the Hardy Ridge Loop Trail. I think some of the volunteers made this decoration along the upper portion of the eastern part of the loop.

A view from the Hardy Ridge Trail looking into the Columbia River Gorge. The trees show how strong the east wind can blow. Note the branches missing from the east sides of the trees.

Looking south from the viewpoint where the loop trails meet on the Hardy Ridge Trail. This is a view of Mt. Hood.

Hardy Ridge provides great views of the Columbia River Gorge. This is looking east.

Looking south to Mt. Hood from Hardy Ridge.

Jasmine coming down the Hardy Ridge Trail in the meadow just above the trail junction for the Hardy Ridge Loop.

Wildflowers blooming along the upper portion of the Hardy Ridge Loop Trail.

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