Explore Annette Lake ! Lush Forest Waterfalls Beginners Hike! Sunshine Swim !

Details: I receive a lot of questions from people who really want to get into hiking but can’t find friends or people to hike with. Not everyone is comfortable adventuring alone, and that’s totally okay! plus hiking with people is a good way to get started. If you are looking for people to hike with, we are the group for you.

Elevation Gain | Length
1,998 ft | 6.9mi

Alltrails | WTA:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/washington/annette-lake-trail
https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/annette-lake

Waterfalls, wildflowers, sheltering forests, mountain views and an alpine lake are offered on this well-maintained trail. At the lake, enjoy the sights and relax for a while. If you backpacked in, stay at the campsites for a sunrise and sunset on the lake.

The Annette Lake Trail begins just to the right of an information kiosk and the Asahel Curtis Nature Trail. Start down the trail into the forest of Douglas fir, hemlock and cedar. Listen to the sound of Humpback Creek, and in just 0.2 miles, cross over it, pausing here to take in one of the best tumbling falls in Washington. The noise can often drown out any conversation!

After the bridge, the trail continues through the forest and passes into an open area, crossing under powerlines, then crossing the Iron Horse Trail at 1.2 miles from the trailhead. The trail now begins a steady elevation gain through the forest with occasional small water crossings that are often surrounded by wildflowers taking advantage of the cool spray. You continue to gain most of the elevation for this hike over the next 1.5 miles. The trail opens up as you traverse several talus slopes offering views of Granite Mountain to the north and Humpback Mountain to the west. These open slopes are also good places to see trillium and glacier lilies coming up through the receding snow of late spring.

After the last talus slope you enter the forest for a fairly flat hike to the north shore of Annette Lake. From the lake's edge you can take in Abiel Peak to the southwest and Silver Peak to the east, as well as a waterfall descending into the lake's east shore. The camping area is just a short walk to the east.

If you have the time or energy, explore the Asahel Curtis Nature Trail when you return to the trailhead. This 0.5-mile loop is a great one for your camera. The two bridges near the beginning of the trail go over Humpback Creek as the trail leads you through moss-hung trees, swamps of giant skunk cabbage and interpretive signs.

Parking Pass:
Northwest Forest Pass or America Beautiful

Things to Pack:
Bring shoes, warm clothing with layers, sunglasses, sunscreen, water, snacks, etc.

If you plan on being a rider please bring $15 for your driver towards gas, park entrance fees etc.

Also bring a bag to place your boots in after the hike.

Please note two no-shows and/or late cancel and you won't be able to attend future events.

Important:
You and you alone are responsible for your own safety. Please know your abilities before signing up.

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We hope you can join us for a fun filled Adventure Weekend.
Remember if you miss this event. You'll miss an awesome experience.

***As far as this event system goes, participation is voluntary and you attend at your own risk, and that Organizers are indemnified.