A good trail for autumn colors. The trail is in good condition and connects with other interesting options–it can be part of a loop to Nason Ridge (Round Mountain) or the launching point to climb Mt. Howard. Maps: View our...Read More...
Views of Cascades as well as great views of Lake Valhalla and Lichtenwasser Lake. Activity: Hiking Nearest Town: Stevens Pass Skill Level: 2 Fitness Level: 2 Distance: About 5 miles roundtrip Elevation: Gain: about 1000 ft Access: Follow Highway 2 to about...Read More...
A great option for those interested in a multi-day backpacking trip that’s a little less accessible, this hike along Lake Chelan offers beautiful views of some of the higher mountain peaks in the area. Activity: Hiking Nearest Town: Stehekin Skill...Read More...
Photo: View of the skyline from Iron Bear. Story and photos by Roger Gervin Roger Gervin sent us this description of an enjoyable loop hike that’s two-thirds trail, one third cross-country walking on fairly open terrain. Attraction. A three- bump...Read More...
There’s a lot of iron in our mountains. That fact reveals itself in names – Iron Creek, Iron Springs, Iron Cap, Iron Gate, Iron Mountain, and Iron Peak. The last two entries would appear to be the same hill but...Read More...
Situated high on a divide between waters from the Cle Elum River and the Teanaway River, Hawkins provides superlative views of peaks between the Enchantments and the Cascade Crest through the Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Activity: Hiking Nearest Town: Blewett Pass Skill Level:...Read More...
Is it 59 switchbacks or 64? The hike up the Fourth of July trail will spur hours of discussion around the highly philosophical concept of switchbacks. When is a turn in the trail a “true” switchback? Does 120 degrees qualify?...Read More...
The larches of Fern Lake Photos and Trip Details by Dave Morris. Attraction: A high (6,894’) and scenic lake rimmed by peaks that are nearly 8,000 feet tall. The final 1.5 miles of trail leading to the lake is a...Read More...
Freeman Keller strolls past the Rat Lakes with Edward Mesa behind him There’s always that crew of people who like to do things a little sideways. Tom Janisch, Mark Shipman, Freeman Keller and Bill Wicheta traversed the Enchantments crosswise to...Read More...
(Though this is actually a picture of Ida Lake, it is close to Edna in looks, location, and spelling) This trail climbs steeply from the Icicle Creek Valley up through forests of ponderosa pine and Douglas fir into the sub...Read More...
