Horse Lake Reserve
Central Washington
Forecast
Thursday97°FSlight Chance Rain Showers then Patchy Smoke18% precip5-14 mph
Overnight73°FSlight Chance Rain Showers18% precip13 mph
Friday95°FPatchy Smoke then Sunny1% precip5-13 mph
Thursday Night66°FPatchy Smoke3% precip13-20 mph
Saturday88°FSunny9-24 mph
Friday Night64°FClear12-15 mph
Sunday84°FSunny3-10 mph
Saturday Night59°FClear9-24 mph
Monday84°FSunny6-12 mph
Sunday Night61°FMostly Clear1% precip10-16 mph
Astronomy
MoonWaxing Gibbous (71%)
Stargazingfair
Trail Conditions
“I see why this is the premiere area for spring wildflowers in this state.”
Last report: May 13, 2026
Safety & Considerations
Today's Hazard
- Strong sun — sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses recommended
Getting There
Recent Reports
May 13, 2026
I see why this is the premiere area for spring wildflowers in this state. This trail has an abundance of wildflowers currently in bloom.
May 8, 2026
Flowers are still abundant, but only higher on the slopes.
May 1, 2026
There are some very pretty areas of flowers. We saw 60 species of plants in bloom, thanks Paul for the list (below)!
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