2. 2008

Archangel Valley Hike in the Rain

Is it ever dry in Hatchers?
Read More
A quick snapshot overlooking an icy mountain lake.
8 / 11

A quick snapshot overlooking an icy mountain lake.

Tracy BorlandAlaskaHatcher PassArchangel Valley2008Matanuska Susitna Valley

  • Tracy takes a break from hiking to smile for the camera in Archangel Valley.
  • Tracy Borland
  • A somewhat soaked Tracy watches a rainbow form over Archangel Valley.
  • Odd looking water and moss formations near the origin of Fairangel Creek.
  • A tiny bird shouts out its significance to the world.
  • Long ago miners frequented this area and left their cabins for the elements to dispose of. This location is a dream place to live, with a view overlooking two mountain lakes.
  • Ptarmigan are still shedding their winter colors in the valley at this time of year.
  • A quick snapshot overlooking an icy mountain lake.
  • Raindrops fall steadily, keeping the mossy mountain slopes nicely moistened.
  • Tracy walks along the headwaters of Fairangel Creek in a gloomy downpour typical of Hatcher Pass.
  • Waterfalls cascade down bare rock as Fairangel Creek runs downhill to join Archangel Creek.
  • No Comments
  • Photo Sharing
  • About SmugMug
  • Browse Photos
  • Prints & Gifts
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Contact
  • Owner Log In
© 2022 SmugMug, Inc.