This is are fourth trip to Maple Loop Pass. The Hike is some what difficult for the first 2 miles you climb 2500 ft up on several switch backs. The Passes are wide open to view in 360 degrees.  This time was different to the south near Glacier Peak you could only see smoke from the forest fires. The trail it self was was dusty and dry.  Overall temp was 45-55 degrees. Outstanding day!