Annette Lake - Beautiful Alpine Lake and Waterfalls!

We will be doing an out-and-back hike up to Annette Lake, near Snoqualmie Pass. We'll see beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, waterfalls near the trail, wildflowers, sheltering forests, and we'll relax at the alpine lake.

This is a moderately difficult hike, with a roundtrip of ~7 miles and ~2000 feet elevation gain.

We'll be making friends, staying fit, and having fun!

We will first meet at the Wilburton P&R. Carpooling is encouraged but you can also drive directly to the trailhead and meet us there:

Annette Lake Trailhead (coordinates: 47.393, -121.474)

The weather forecast for Saturday is clear with a comfortable high in the mid-60's, so it should be a great day to hike.

Parking Permit
A Northwest Forest Pass is needed to park at the trailhead parking lot.

Attendance
We try to keep our group size to around 10 - 20 (more or less) as a courtesy to other hikers on the trail, and to reduce crowds and cars in the parking lot. The Going list may have a larger number to accommodate no-shows.

Folks on the Wait list may not attend until they are moved to the Going list. When folks drop from the Going list, people are added from the Wait list.

Carpooling
We will limit total attendees while drivers are selected from the Wait list. Drivers will be placed first as Going, and then we will fill with passengers as space allows, so everyone who comes to the P&R has a ride to the trail.

Riders MUST reimburse drivers for gas. Reimburse a minimum of $30 if one rider, $15 for two riders, $10 for three riders. Cash is preferred, or Venmo or Zelle.

What to Bring
Athletic clothing & rain gear
Hiking shoes/boots
Water, snacks & lunch
Sun protection
Bug spray
Swimwear (if you want to swim)
Ten hiking essentials

Schedule
7:00 am: Meet at the Wilburton P&R (OK to bring morning coffee and breakfast).
7:15 am: Drive to trailhead
~ 8:00 am: Arrive at trailhead
~ 5-6 hours of hiking with stops for food, photos
~ 2:00 pm: Back at trailhead
-> Stop for food / coffee on way back (optional)
~ 3:00 pm: Arrive back at Wilburton P&R (later if stopping)

Links
Alltrails
WTA

Attendees: Be sure to update your status if things change so others can attend.

Disclaimer: When you RSVP and attend this hike you are accepting that you are fully aware that you are responsible for your own safety. Always be aware of your own physical abilities and go on this hike prepared.