6.0 miDistance

1,959ftElevation

4,980ftHigh Point

Out & BackRoute

12h+Drive

moderateCrowds

LakeOld GrowthRiverPatchy SnowMuddyHiker Headlines: Harts Pass Rd closed, road to Enchanted Valley damaged, Rainier and North Cascades permits, Mountain Loop Hwy opensPermits Required Wilderness permit. Self-issue at trailhead (no fee)Washed outBlowdown

Astronomy

MoonWaxing Gibbous (71%)

Stargazingfair

Trail Conditions

SnowReported on trail

MudReported on trail

Issuewashed out

Issueblowdown

“The Suiattle River Road (Forest Road #26) has washed out at approximately mile post 4.”

Last report: Dec 11, 2025

Permits / Passes

RequiredNorthwest Forest Pass

Safety & Considerations

Today's Hazards

Strong sun — sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses recommended; water reflection adds glare near the lake
Washed Out
Trees Down

Getting There

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Recent Reports

BrunerDec 11, 2025

The Suiattle River Road (Forest Road #26) has washed out at approximately mile post 4. 5 and is blocking vehicle access to these trailheads.

Lucy_Abbott03Oct 15, 2025

Got to the trailhead a bit before 9am on a Wednesday morning and saw one very nice guy who had camped in his van overnight. There's room for about 8 cars and no toilet.

KenWxSep 27, 2025

Hiked to the lake today and not much to add to previous reports. Trail starts easy, soon gets gnarly through the burn area, then improves considerably near the Glacier Peak Wilderness boundary.