Bear Lake
Eastern Washington
Astronomy
MoonWaxing Gibbous (71%)
Stargazingfair
Trail Conditions
SnowReported on trail
“The trail from the Snoqualmie Lake trailhead to the Nordrum Lake fork is in great condition, relatively flat, wide, and “fast.”
Last report: Jun 24, 2025
Safety & Considerations
Today's Hazard
- Strong sun — sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses recommended; water reflection adds glare near the lake
Getting There
Recent Reports
Jun 24, 2025
The trail from the Snoqualmie Lake trailhead to the Nordrum Lake fork is in great condition, relatively flat, wide, and “fast. ” On the weekday, some day hikers coming/going from Otter Falls or Rock Creek falls.
May 21, 2023
Trail bare & dry, not crowded on a Sunday morning; Folks out fishing on docks & piers, reportedly catching trout, bass & perch, so Lake we’ll stocked.
Nov 17, 2022
This was a short stop to walk my pup as I was traveling through. It has been quite a few years since I’ve been to Bear Lake!
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