Trout, Malachite, and Copper Lakes Hike [Moderate]

Join us for a tour of the Alpine Lakes Wilderness! Jump in a cold lake on a hot day as we visit Trout Lake, Lake Malachite, and Copper Lake!

Please note:

1. Recent reports indicate there is still some snow on the trail. Trekking poles, waterproof hiking shoes/boots, and microspikes recommended.
2. We're not doing the entire 14.6mi route to Big Heart Lake, but the 8.6mi loop to Copper Lake and back. If the team is feeling good at Copper Lake we can consider going to Little Heart Lake (adding ~2.5mi round trip).

## Logistics

Please commit to your RSVP, as space is limited. If you can't make it, please change your RSVP ASAP.

Everyone will go to the waitlist by default, and I will add riders as drivers become available. It is your responsibility to check your waitlist status, and to remove yourself from the waitlist if you can no longer attend. The total cap is 12 people. Please answer all RSVP questions so I can get accurate headcounts for each location.

• Drivers, please comment that you are driving and how many you can take, as well as your meeting point (Green Lake P&R or a sensible East Side P&R)
• Riders, please reply to these comments if you'd like to join a driver.
• Eastsiders are free to self-organize a carpool and meet us at the coffee shop
• Please avoid going directly to the TH, as this can often lead to us missing each other

Gas will be $15 per person for a car of 4. Be sure to pay your drivers ASAP before or during the trip!

## Details

Name: Trout Lake, Copper Lake, Lake Malachite (West Fork Foss Lakes Trail)

Links: AllTrails, WTA

Distance: 8.6mi (possible extension to 11mi)
Elevation: 2634ft (possible extension to ~3000ft)

## What to bring

• Appropriate footwear
• Spare socks
• An extra layer for cooler temps at the top
• Trekking Poles recommended
• Plenty of water - at least 2L
• Sunscreen and any sun protection you'd like to bring
• Plenty of food and snacks - I generally bring several granola and protein bars (one for every ~2mi), plus lunch
• Any other 10 Essentials you think are appropriate. I'll have first aid, a knife, and several copies of the route.

## Itinerary

6:30: Meet at Green Lake Park & Ride (South Lot) and organize into cars. Eastsiders can self-organize if desired.
6:45: Leave for Vinaccio Coffee in Monroe
7:15ish: Arrive at coffee shop for coffee/breakfast/bathroom break
8:30ish: Arrive at West Fork Foss Lakes Trailhead
8:45 - 3:00ish: Hike, grab lunch, and return
5:00 - 5:30ish: arrive back at the Park & Ride