Glacier Lake, a PCT detour or Park Lakes extension hike - Washington's Alpine Lakes Wilderness, USA

Описание: We saw mixed reports for Glacier Lake (the one near Park Lakes) so we weren't sure it would be doable for us, but we found it to be a steep trail with some route finding, a bit overgrown, and a couple boulder scrambles, but nothing with much exposure. The lake is stunning and if it is too spicy the Chikamin Ridge right before it is a worthy destination of its own.

This ridge and lake are both just off the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) and make a great side trip. There are many ways to get here of varying difficulties. This is generally a backpacking trip, not a day trip. Please know your abilities because some scrambling and route finding may be involved.

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