Quincy, Washington
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Leavenworth, Washington
Climb Prusik Peak's West Ridge
18 mi / 5000 ft gainThe Enchantments are an amazing experience in themselves. Yet one of the most striking features of any hike into the core zone of the Enchantments is that of Prusik Peak. This pyramid like spire rises dramatically from the many puddle lakes and boulder fields you pass along your way. With it's...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
The Enchantments: Leprechaun Lake via Snow Lake Trailhead
4.719.57 mi / 5948 ft gainThe Alpine Lakes Wilderness named “The Enchantments” draws explorers from all over the world. On a four day backpacking trip you can take day trips from camp to explore over a dozen crystal clear lakes, summit surrounding peaks, and camp at an alpine lake of your choice! Before you set out to c...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
The Enchantments Mountain Run
5.018 mi / 6000 ft gainAt the Snow Lake Trail, you start at a elevation of 1400 feet and run up to Nada Lake 5000 feet at 5.6 miles. From here, you make your way to Lower and Upper Snow Lake, 2.2 miles. There are a lot of campsites in this area, but you have to apply to stay the night at these lakes. You will need to...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
Winter Camping in Leavenworth
It's an easy day hike to the Ridge of only 2.5 miles. On the ridge you can relax and enjoy the view of the surrounding mountains and a view of Leavenworth. I went into the Rangers office to ask for a good spot to take night time photos and this is one of the areas they suggested. Make sure you ge...Read more -
Othello, Washington
Hike along the White Bluffs of Hanford Reach
4.07 mi / 1600 ft gainWhile there are many desert landscapes and sand dunes in Eastern Washington, most are not located in a National Monument and Wildlife Refuge. The Saddle Mountain National Wildlife Refuge is a part of Hanford Reach National Monument, which was once home to a nuclear processing facility as a part o...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
Backpack to Lake Caroline in the Enchantments
5.75 mi / 3100 ft gainFrom Leavenworth, WA head down Icicle Creek road and head to the Eightmile Lake Trailhead.The backpack starts at roughly 3270 feet of elevation and the highest point of the hike is 6300 feet. To start you will hike through a very beautiful and forested area for a while before getting into a burn ...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
Eightmile Lake
4.06.76 mi / 1496 ft gainBeginning at the trailhead, fill out a self-issued permit allowing you to stay overnight. Start your trek heading upwards at an elevation of 3300 feet. As you become adapted to the trail, you will start to realize it is maintained and well groomed. In addition, The 1300 feet of elevation gained t...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
Climb Cashmere Mountain
4.017 mi / 5700 ft gainTo get to Cashmere Mountain, drive east towards Leavenworth on Highway 2 and turn right on Icicle Creek Road. After 8.5 miles, turn left onto Eightmile Road for 3 miles, and park at the Eightmile Lake trailhead. The hike begins at Eightmile Lake Trail. After 2.8 miles, just past Little Eightmile ...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
Day Hike the Enchantments
5.018.05 mi / 4675 ft gainStart at the Stuart Lake trailhead, which at 3400' is a full 2000' higher than the Snow Lake trailhead you'll finish at. Put 2.5 easy miles under your feet along Mountaineer Creek before turning left on the trail up to Colchuck Lake. The trail steepens for the next 1.5 miles before popping you ou...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
Colchuck Lake via Stuart Lake Trail
4.48.13 mi / 2156 ft gainTo reach the trailhead, turn onto Icicle Creek Road from US2. Drive 8.4 miles and turn left onto Forest Service Road 7601. Follow the potholed dirt road 3.7 miles to the Stuart Lake trailhead. Parking for about 20-30 cars and a toilet are available in the lot. Northwest Forest Pass required. The...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
Aasgard Pass via Stuart Lake Trail
3.511.15 mi / 4560 ft gain“These fleetingly rare sights offer a recipe for what I call ‘the Quest.’ The Quest is the force that motivates us to travel. It’s putting oneself in the perfect place at the perfect time. It’s the insatiable urge to find that quintessential moment.” - Washington AAA Journal The arrival of “gold...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
Climb to the Summit of Colchuck Peak
12.5 mi / 5300 ft gainGetting There: From US2 in Leavenworth, Washington, turn onto Icicle Creek Rd. Drive 8.2 miles and turn left on Forest Service Road 7601—you might be able to spot it more easily as the turnoff for the Bridge Creek Campground. In 3.7 miles, you'll arrive at the Stuart Lake Trailhead parking lot; w...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
Snowshoe to Colchuck Lake
3.316 mi / 3000 ft gainFrom Leavenworth, head south on Icicle Creek rd for 8.2 miles until you reach USFS rd 7601. This road isn't plowed and is blocked by a locked gate about one quarter mile from where it intersects with Icicle Creek Road (usually from November to May), so parking at the intersection is probably your...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
Hike to Lake Stuart
4.89 mi / 1665 ft gainBegin this hike at the Lake Stuart trailhead at the end of Eightmile road just outside of Leavenworth, Washington. The trail follows Mountaineer Creek and leads you across a log bridge over the falls. After the bridge, the trail narrows and steepens through several switchbacks. After 2.2 miles...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
Scramble to the Summit of Dragontail Peak
16 mi / 7000 ft gainGetting There From Leavenworth, WA, drive Icicle Creek Road for 8.5 miles until you reach Bridge Creek Campground. Turn left here onto Forest Service Road #7601 signed for the Stuart Lake Trailhead. The pavements ends and the road gains elevation quickly as your car transports you high above the ...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
Hike to the Enchantments' Horseshoe Lake
1.016 mi / 6000 ft gainGetting There From Leavenworth, WA, drive Icicle Creek Road for 8.5 miles until you reach Bridge Creek Campground. Turn left here onto Forest Service Road #7601 signed for the Stuart Lake Trailhead. The pavements ends and the road gains elevation quickly as your car transports you high above the ...Read more