Skykomish, Washington
Looking for the best photography in Skykomish? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Skykomish. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Photography Spots in and near Skykomish
-
Leavenworth, Washington
Climb Mount Stuart
5.0Global climbing legend Fred Beckey once said, "[Mount Stuart is] without a rival as the crown peak in the central Cascades of Washington, Mount Stuart has been pronounced the single greatest mass of exposed granite in the United States".To ascend the mountain by is easiest route, the Cascading Co...Read more -
Ronald, Washington
Camping at French Cabin Creek Rd.
3.0This area is a very secluded camp area, so unless it's a holiday weekend, be prepared to be alone :) It is a very quiet lake and along the roadside there are plenty of spots to hike, camp, and fish by the lake or the Cle Elum river.So bring your day hiking gear and pole as well and head out in th...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
Hike Fourth of July Creek to Icicle Ridge
12 mi / 4800 ft gainMost adventurers travel down Icicle Creek Road to visit Colchuck Lake and the Enchantment Basin. But, if you're looking for an adventure for a cool summer morning without the crowds, continue past the Colchuck/Stuart forest road and explore this trail! Expansive views of the entire Stuart range...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
The Enchantments: Stuart Lake Trailhead to Snow Lake Trailhead
5.018.02 mi / 4626 ft gainThere are a couple different ways to tackle this hike through the stunning Central Cascade region. I recommend checking out this handy resource for more detailed info. Bottom line: this is an absolutely amazing hike for people willing to take a little bit of an ass kicking. Aasgard Pass rises 1,...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 -
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
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
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 -
Issaquah, Washington
Spend a Night at TreeHouse Point
4.8This is one of the most magical and romantic places on the planet to get a good night's rest. You'll find that words will escape you when it comes to describing how this place makes you feel. With the Raging River as a backdrop, the powerful white noise will put you into one of the deepest sleeps...Read more -
Granite Falls, Washington
North Lake via Independence Lake
5.56 mi / 2431 ft gainNorth Lake is everything you could want in a subalpine lake: emerald green hues, cold, clear water, lots of brook trout and far from cell-phone reception. This backpack is perfect when the weather gets hot and sunny, though it does reside in what is known as “the wettest section of the Cascades,...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
Kayaking Lake Wenatchee
3.0Glacier-fed Lake Wenatchee is only 2 hours east of Seattle, nestled in the Okanogan- Wenatchee National Forest. The park is fully equipped with all the amenities you'd expect - camping spots, a sand/rock beach, picnic tables, bathrooms and a boat launch.Pack up your boats at the south campground,...Read more -
Darrington, Washington
Scramble Mount Pugh
5.011 mi / 5300 ft gainNot for the faint of heart - or those with a fear of heights - Mount Pugh offers some of the most rewarding summit views in the Cascades.Located off the northern end of the Mountain Loop Highway, this is an easy day trip from anywhere in the Puget Sound area. Though finding the trailhead can be t...Read more -
Issaquah, Washington
Grand Ridge Trail
4.07.51 mi / 1125 ft gainThe trail system in the 1,300 acre Grand Ridge Park can currently can be accessed from two lots: High Point and Central Park, with a new lot at Duthie Hill still under construction. To get to the High Point lot take exit 20 off of I-90 (coming from Seattle), take a left and pass under the freewa...Read more