The End of the Cascades and Into the Desert

July 2 (Leavenworth to Ellensberg)

[Our trip out of the Cascade Mountains and into the desert-land of Eastern Washington]

Beautiful view on the way up our first of two mountain passes for the day.

Mr. Bacon, celebrating the victory of climbing yet another 4,000+ foot climb.

Mr. Bacon, celebrating the end of another big climb.

Resting on top of the day's second pass...it looks like we're out of the mountains :(

July 3 (Ellensberg to Yakima)

Some of the most unique and beautiful country I have seen yet. Barren hills and giant cliffs.

Mr. Bacon: enjoying the scenery.

It was so hot, even Mr. Bacon was starting to sweat.

Before our descent into Yakima...