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Ingalls Lake Overnight Replaces Excelsior Ridge

Jul 18
Sat 7:00 AM
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Estimated attendance
 5  people attended.
5.00 5.005

Who organized?
Lee

Rating 4 Stars
Roundtrip 9.0 miles
Elevation Gain 2600 ft
Highest Point 6500 ft

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Expected temperature range: 35-85 and plan to camp on the snow

This well-graded trail leads to an icy-blue tarn nestled beneath a magnificent view of the highest peak in the Alpine Lakes Wildereness - Mount Stuart. It's usually hikable July through October and offers stunning wildflower displays in summer and abundant alpine larch in the fall.

From I-90, take Exit 85 near Cle Elum and go north on SR 970. After crossing the Teanaway River, look for Teanaway Road and go left. Veer right as it becomes the North Fork Teanaway Road. It becomes a gravel road (FR 9737) at the 29 Pines Campground. Take this to its end. Northwest Forest Pass required.

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  • 5 attendees
    • “ Despite the crazy winds it was a fantastic hike. Tons of goats, wild flowers in full bloom, stunning vistas, and of course, great people:-) Lee, thanks as always! ”
    • Lee
      “ Does not get better! ”
    • “ Once again Lee has put together another great trip. Even the mountain goats had fun! ”
    • “ Josh and I had a great time! Thanks for organizing again, Lee. ”
    • “ Lee's trips are always great! He had a secret gem of a campsite planned for us! What a treat! ”