I went this time with Native Plant Society of Oregon. We id plants, so moving very very slow.
Flower is peaking. If you like flowers, you need to be here in the next week or 2.
On a clear day, you ought to be able to see 5 snowy peaks. Not today. But the 360 degree view is still quite nice, especially you can see Columbia Rive and its entrance to the ocean.
The usual problem of this hike is the loose rock on trail. This is the only trail I know that has metal net on the trail to help with the traction. Dogs need to be on leash. They usually don't like the mesh.
Detail of this trail can be found here: http://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Saddle_Mountain_Hike