Family Backpack - Olallie Lake

Olallie Lake sits in a peaceful alpine basin in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness, accessed by trails that pass through forest, mountain meadows, and lakeshore. You’ll hike through classic Cascades scenery to reach a scenic spot ideal for camping, swimming, exploring, and practicing backpacking skills with kids

Trip highlights include:

• A classic Washington backpacking route with manageable terrain for kids and beginners
• Lakeside camping with opportunities to explore the shoreline and enjoy views
• Practice skills including campsite selection, tent setup, cooking, Leave No Trace ethics, and more
• Plenty of time for play, exploration, and optional short side walks around the lakes

Trip Details:

🚗 Travel: The trailhead is about a 1-hour drive away. 

🎟️ Permits & Parking: Northwest Forest Pass or America the Beautiful Pass required for parking.

What to Expect

🌲 Saturday:

• Meet at the trailhead in the morning
• Hike to Olallie Lake at a kids-friendly pace
• Set up camp and practice core backpacking skills
• Optional short games, nature exploration, or lakeside play

🏕️ Sunday:

• Morning practice breaking camp and packing out
• Hike back to trailhead and conclude the trip

Meeting  place and time will be provided over email prior to the trip.