Lake Serene, Washington
Top Spots in and near Lake Serene
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North Bend, Washington
Ski Tour or Snowshoe Kendall Knob
3 mi / 2000 ft gainThe area around Kendall Knob is great for snowshoeing or ski touring. It is particularly nice for ski touring because there are a variety of short tours at varying difficulty and on varying aspects. Skiers or those on snowshoe can begin their trip at the PCT trailhead near the Commonwealth Campgr...Read more -
North Bend, Washington
McClellan Butte
5.010.61 mi / 3629 ft gainStarting at the McClellan's Butte Trailhead, right off of I-90 exit 47, head out on the main (only) trail at the trailhad. The first half mile of the trail is quite easy as it meanders through the forest, but don't be fooled or worried, it will get harder. This first half mile has a crossing of a...Read more -
North Bend, Washington
Rattlesnake Ledge
3.95.46 mi / 2096 ft gainRATTLESNAKE LEDGE TRAIL:The hike to Rattlesnake Ledge begins at the trailhead next to the parking lot at Rattlesnake Lake. From here, you can look up and see the Ledge and rock face that you'll be hiking up toward. The trail begins covered under the forest, which can protect from the elements (su...Read more -
North Bend, Washington
Snowy Hike to Rattlesnake Ledge
4.54 mi / 1160 ft gainThe trail to Rattlesnake Ledge is one of the busiest in Washington. Usually, a Saturday or Sunday is a no go for a lot of avid hikers due to the crowds. Adding a little snow and cold diminishes the crowds nicely. While it is no secret, this hike is popular for a reason. The 2 miles it takes t...Read more -
North Bend, Washington
Rattlesnake Lake
5.0Being only a 10 minute drive off the 90, this Lake is often overlooked by the popular Rattlesnake Ledge hike right above. Take exit 32 from the 90E onto 436th SE Ave and continue onto Cedar Falls Rd SE and continue for about 3 miles. At this point, a parking lot will be on your right that is both...Read more -
Leavenworth, Washington
Hike and Snowshoe to Lanham Lake
4.03.2 mi / 1000 ft gainThis short but sweet snowshoe starts at 3000ft in the Stevens Pass Nordic Center parking lot. The trail head instantly puts you into the trees next to a groomed trail for skiers. Micro spikes will come in handy here, as the path can be a little icy and dusted with snow. After a short little climb...Read more -
North Bend, Washington
Melakwa Lakes via Denny Creek Trail
4.68.84 mi / 2615 ft gainThis hike has it all: old-growth forests, rivers, waterfalls, alpine lakes, views, peaks, and so on. The hike starts from near Denny Creek Campground in between the separate I-90 viaducts. Almost immediately, you will cross over a walk bridge over Denny Creek's waterfalls, and then eventually und...Read more -
North Bend, Washington
Kaleetan Peak
9 mi / 2200 ft gainInitial note: because this is an alpine scramble, do your research before tackling this adventure, including learning the correct route and the current conditions (such as any early- or late-season snow). From the Denny Creek Trailhead, take the Denny Creek trail just over 4 miles to Melakwa Lak...Read more -
North Bend, Washington
Kaleetan Lake via Denny Creek Trail
If you want to visit multiple lakes, get a view of or tackle a peak at Kaleetan, Chair, and Bryant, campgrounds for overnight or weekend adventures, fish in the lakes, explore off the trail and natural waterslides and picnic area waterfalls, this is for you. Denny Creek Trail offers it all! Afte...Read more -
Issaquah, Washington
West Tiger #3 (Cable Line Trail)
4.76 mi / 2051 ft gainIf you're looking for something with low-grade steepness, you're not going to find it here. Gaining over 2,000' in under 2 miles to the summit, this isn't for the faint of heart. The trail exists because of a buried cable, which has since been exposed and which you can see near the top of the t...Read more -
Darrington, Washington
Scramble Mount Pugh
5.011 mi / 5300 ft gainNot for the faint of heart - or those with a fear of heights - Mount Pugh offers some of the most rewarding summit views in the Cascades.Located off the northern end of the Mountain Loop Highway, this is an easy day trip from anywhere in the Puget Sound area. Though finding the trailhead can be t...Read more -
North Bend, Washington
Franklin Falls via Wagon Road Trail
4.42.07 mi / 331 ft gainThis is an easy 2 mile roundtrip hike that leads to beautiful Franklin Falls. The trail is very well maintained and is easy for even young hikers to travel. The trail goes through the forest and along a gorge as you gain 400 feet in elevation to the falls. There are a few places you can scramble...Read more -
North Bend, Washington
Snowshoe to Franklin Falls
5.06 mi / 400 ft gainDepending on the road conditions and where you parked, the hike will be somewhere between 5-6 miles roundtrip. I always advise checking the weather and Washington Trail Association trip reports for the latest information. If conditions are ideal, grab your snowshoes and head to the mountains! Yo...Read more -
Granite Falls, Washington
Old Robe Canyon Trail
3.69 mi / 771 ft gainNOTE: The trail is currently closed about 1 mile in due to landslides. This trail starts right off the Mountain Loop Highway outside of Granite Falls. Look out for a brick sign with the trail name, as it's easy to miss otherwise. There's parking next to the highway, but since there is a history...Read more -
North Bend, Washington
Talapus Lake Trail
3.43 mi / 781 ft gainThe trail up to Talapus Lake is well graded and relatively short, at only about 2.5 miles in length RT. The trail starts off on a wide old road cut and then veers off into the old growth woods in a slowly winding uphill tack. A few mellow switch backs deliver you to the top, where a short stretch...Read more -
North Bend, Washington
Talapus & Olallie Lakes
5.71 mi / 1266 ft gainWith a moderate grade on a wide trail, the hike to Talapus Lake is the perfect introduction to the outdoors for hikers and beginning backpackers. Upon arrival at Talapus, break out lunch or pitch camp. Either way, you can cool off in the large lake. If you feel like pressing on, Ollalie Lake is j...Read more