
Field trip: GoHike: Beginner Hiking Course
September Hikes: 4 to 8 miles, 750 to 2,000 feet gain - Lake Valhalla
Lake Valhalla is the gem of the season and a worthy grad hike. This beautiful sandy beach alpine lake is tucked between two magnificent mountain peaks. Perfect dip your toe or dive in lake! We'll be well rewarded with berries to munch on along this well maintained trail.
- Sat, Sep 7, 2024
- Foothills Hiking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Adults
- Moderate
- Moderate
- Mileage: 7.7 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,500 ft
- Pace: 1.5-2mph
- 2 (8 capacity)
- FULL (2 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
We will hike approximately 7.5 miles with approximately 1,500 feet elevation gain on this out and back hike. The hike is in the forest canopy over rocks and roots, with a steady uphill. The first mile has 600 feet elevation. The upper part of the hike is on the PCT, which promises to be a smooth tread and well-groomed trail. There will be minimal/no creek crossings. We will hike up for most of the trail, and then hike down about 400 feet to the lake. The lake has a large sandy beach with wonderful spots to pull up for lunch. Once at the lake, we will take a sit-down snack/lunch/swim break. I love alpine lakes! Pam and I will be jumping in (weather dependent...so let’s hope for warmth and sun). I encourage you to join the fun, either with your toes or full body. Some choose to wear a swimsuit underneath hiking clothes, while others jump right in. Your choice. 😊 Let’s go out with a splash! We will spend a good chunk of time at the lake...30-40ish minutes.
Lake Valhalla
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Green Trails Benchmark Mtn No. 144
Green Trails Alpine Lakes West (Stevens Pass) No. 176S - See full route/place details.
Required Equipment
Your leader will send out a Hello Hiker email prior to the hike with details on the hike, as well as recommended and required equipment.