Trap Lake - Alpine Lakes!

This Sunday we'll hike out and back to Trap Lake, starting from Tunnel Creek Trailhead near Skykomish.

As we hike along the trail we'll pass Hope Lake, and continue our ascent along the Pacific Crest Trail, before descending into the bowl ("trap") where our destination lives. After breaking for lunch we'll come back along the way we came.

We will see deep forest, alpine lakes, fall colors, and seasonal mushrooms.

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

We will first meet at Wilburton Park and Ride. Carpooling from there is encouraged but you are also welcome to meet us at Tunnel Creek Trailhead (47.713, -121.108).

Hike Info
Difficulty: Hard
Length: ~10 miles
Elevation Gain: ~2700 feet
Highest Elevation: ~5400 feet
Location: Near Stevens Pass

Parking/Entrance Permit
None

Attendance
We try to keep our group size to around a dozen 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. If folks drop from the Going list, the host will add more people 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 $40 if one passenger, $20 for two passengers, and $15 for three passengers. Cash, Venmo, or Zelle.

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

Schedule
7am: Meet at Wilburton P&R (OK to bring morning coffee and breakfast)
7:10am: Leave P&R
-> Stop at Sultan Bakery for coffee, food, restroom, etc. (optional)
~9am: Arrive at trailhead
~6-7 hours of hiking with stops for food, photos
-4pm: Back at trailhead
-> Stop for food on the way back (optional)
~6pm: Arrive back at Wilburton P&R (later if stopping)

Links
AllTrails
WTA
AirNow Fire and Smoke Map

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. You agree to release, hold harmless, and indemnify the hike host from any claims, liabilities, or expenses arising from any injury or damage. Always be aware of your own physical abilities and go on this hike prepared.