A very popular hike from the Snoqualmie Pass ski area, for a reason. The well-graded trail initally allows open views of alpine vistas including a seasonal waterfall, then enters the woods - topping out at a ridge with a fine view of Snow Lake. A 300' descent on the trail leads you to the NE shore of this large lake. Here you can fish for Rainbow Trout of varying sizes. The fishing can be slow here, but the beautiful scenery will keep one occupied and the occasional larger fish will delight.
Getting here:
Take I90 eastbound exit 52, turn left under the freeway continuing until the Alpental ski area parking lot on your left. Signed trailhead #1013 is across the street from the parking lot. At 2.5m turn right at the trail intersection (straight goes to Source Lake). Approx 8m, 1500' gain to lake shore (round trip.)
Species you might catch
Lake information
County: King
Acreage: 152.90 ac.
Elevation: 4020 ft.
TRS: T23R11E SEC19
Center: 47.467698, -121.456444
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Fish stocking info
| Stock Date | Species | Number Released | Number of Fish Per Pound | Facility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2023 | Rainbow | 3,100 | 290 | TOKUL CR HATCHERY |
| Sep 9, 2023 | Rainbow | 3,900 | 290 | TOKUL CR HATCHERY |
| Aug 2, 2018 | Rainbow | 7,000 | 650 | TOKUL CR HATCHERY |
| Sep 10, 2008 | Rainbow | 7,650 | 450 | ARLINGTON HATCHERY |
| Aug 30, 2004 | Rainbow | 7,500 | 500 | ARLINGTON HATCHERY |
| Aug 9, 2002 | Cutthroat | 70 | 731 | ARLINGTON HATCHERY |
| Aug 9, 2002 | Cutthroat | 140 | 731 | ARLINGTON HATCHERY |
| Aug 8, 2000 | Rainbow | 7,657 | 403 | ARLINGTON HATCHERY |
| Sep 11, 1995 | Rainbow | 10,000 | 420 | ARLINGTON HATCHERY |
Fishing prospects calendar
Rainbow trout
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