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The trailhead to the Scotchman Peak. Be sure to review trail conditions and regulations on goat interaction.
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08/04/2019
Approaching Scotchman Peak, this section of trail is composed mainly of rock scrambles.
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The trail at this point consists mainly of rocks but is still clearly visible and easy to follow.
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08/04/2019
The last stretch of switchback trail before the summit.
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08/04/2019
Goats are almost guaranteed on Scotchman Peak. Be sure you are respectful of regulations and the goat habitat.
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08/04/2019
The view of Lake Pend Oreille from the summit of Scotchman Peak.
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Rocky peaks stretch as far as the eye can see. Scotchman Peak is nearly surrounded by mountain ranges.
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A young mountain goat escaping the summer heat.
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A proud adult mountain goat on the summit of Scotchman Peak.
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Mountain goats on Scotchman Peak, friendly in most cases. To ensure their survival, stay at least 100 feet from the animal if possible, and don't allow the goats to lick you.
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08/04/2019
A female mountain goat and her kid sit along the cliffside of the peak.
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The sweeping view east of the peak, toward Montana's Cabinet Mountain Range.
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A mountain goat hides out in cracks and crevices in the rocky cliffside.
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08/04/2019
Halfway to the peak, the trail begins to open up into alpine meadow.