Trip
Day Hike - Rachel, Rampart & Lila Lakes
This is a challenging but rewarding hike to beautiful lakes in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness.
- Info
- COVID-19: Learn about our most up-to-date guidance for participants and leaders on our COVID-19 Response page. All participants and leaders must agree to the COVID-19 Code of Conduct before participating in this Mountaineers activity.
Contacts
- Sat, Aug 15, 2015
- Seattle Hiking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Singles, 20-30 Somethings, Retired Rovers, Adults
- Moderate, Strenuous
- Moderate
- Mileage: 12.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 3,100 ft
- 2 (11 capacity)
- FULL (1 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Meet at 7:00 AM @ south side ground level of the Issaquah Transit Center, 1050 17th Ave NW, Issaquah, WA 98027
Forest, waterfalls, cliffs, lakes - oh my! The hike to Rachel and Lila Lakes shows off why the Alpine Lakes Wilderness is truly a gem of the Washington Cascades.
While the total distance and elevation gain suggests a moderate hike, the infamous Rachel Lake "mile from hell" is truly grueling and inappropriate for those who are not in athletic condition. In one mile, a heavily rooted and rough boot path ascends 1,300 ft. This portion is more like a scramble than a hike, and boots are a must.
The leader (me!) is a shortie with a standard slow/moderate hiking pace. On level ground with good dry tread, expect a pace around 2.5 mph. Pace slows with each of these factors: challenging tread, degree of elevation gain, warm temperatures, inclement weather, party members needing assistance.
Feel free to contact me with any questions!
Rachel, Rampart & Lila Lakes
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Green Trails Snoqualmie Pass No. 207
Green Trails Snoqualmie Pass Gateway No. 207S - See full route/place details.
Required Equipment
- Navigation
- Sun protection
- Insulation (extra clothing)
- Illumination
- First aid supplies
- Fire
- Repair kit and tools, including knife
- Nutrition (extra food)
- Hydration (extra water)
- Emergency shelter