Mason Lake via Ira Spring Trail - Alpine Lake!


Details
We'll be hiking out-and-back up to Mason Lake via the Ira Spring Trail, near Snoqualmie Pass. We'll see amazing views of Mt. Rainier and other surrounding mountains and beautiful Mason Lake.
This is a moderately difficult hike, with a roundtrip of ~7 miles and ~2400 feet elevation gain.
We will first meet at the Issaquah transit center at 7 am and figure out the carpooling.
Ira Spring Trailhead (coordinates: 47.425, -121.584)
The weather forecast for Saturday is currently Sunny with a comfortable high of 70 degrees.
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 8 or less.
What to Bring
Athletic clothing & rain gear
Hiking shoes/boots
Water, snacks & lunch
Sun protection
Bug spray
Ten hiking essentials
Schedule
7:00 am: Meet at the issaquah transit center
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
~ 3:00 pm: Arrive back at issaquah transit center
Links
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/washington/mason-lake-via-ira-spring-memorial-trail
Attendees: Be sure to update your status if things change so others can attend.
Carpool Please pay 10$ to your driver if riding from Issaguah
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.

Mason Lake via Ira Spring Trail - Alpine Lake!