Blue Lake (Washington Pass)
An easy, 4.5 mile hike with 1,100 feet of elevation gain a beautiful alpine lake. The trail starts in forest gradually ascending to clearings with mountain flowers and views of Liberty Bell, Whistler and Cutthroat Peaks.
Getting there
Drive SR 20 to the trailhead (5,400 ft) on the south side of the highway just west of Washington Pass. It's roughly one mile west of the Washington Pass overlook.
INFORMATION for leaders
Scheduling & Permits
- If you are scheduling this as a non-stewardship activity, please limit your group size to the default party size. The maximum party size is for use by stewardship trips only that are done in coordination with the U.S. Forest Service.
- Suitable Activities: Day Hiking
- Seasons: July, August, September, October
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Difficulty: Easy
- Length: 4.5 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,100 ft
- 6,250 ft
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Land Manager:
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forests
Methow Valley Ranger District (OWNF)
- Parking Permit Required: Northwest Forest Pass
- Recommended Party Size: 12
- Maximum Party Size: 20
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
- USGS Washington Pass
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- Blue Lake
- Blue Lake Trail
- Blue Lake Trail & Liberty Bell Area
- Liberty Bell Area
- Liberty Bell Climber's Trails
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