With towering granite peaks, forests, meadows, wildflowers, and of course the beautiful mountain lake surrounded by granite that reaches for the sky, this short hike is easily a classic and should be on …

5 days ago · Sit and watch the native cutthroat trout feed as you sit atop one of many boulders that line the lake's banks. Like so many other trails along the North Cascades Highway, Blue Lake is …

Oct 21, 2025 · In this guide, I’ll share everything you need to know before hiking to Blue Lake in the North Cascades, including how to get there, what to expect on the trail, and tips from our own …

Jan 13, 2025 · If you’re looking for a shorter day hike in the area, one of the best options is the Blue Lake Trail, which, true to its name, offers a vibrant blue lake and a brilliant display of golden larches, …

This Blue Lake hiking guide will provide you with all the practical information you need to know to hike Blue Lake in North Cascades.

Oct 23, 2025 · This hike is full of top-notch mountain and alpine lake views. In the fall, take in Incredible autumn foliage with bright orange Larch. Blue Lake is a fantastic alpine lake along a moderate trail in …

The Blue Lake Trail at Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest near Winthrop, Washington is a moderate 4.7-mile out-and-back hike that leads to the vibrant turquoise-blue waters of Blue Lake and features …

May 22, 2025 · This is Blue Lake Trail, a 4.57-mile out-and-back in Washington’s North Cascades, where every step feels like a pilgrimage to alpine serenity. Its allure lies in its accessibility—moderate …

This relatively easy hike takes you to one of the best lakes in Washington for capturing brightly-colored larches. Stand at the shore of Blue Lake and gaze across the turquoise water at the massive …

Perennially popular Blue Lake is one of the most accessible and family-friendly trails in the North Cascades. It’s also one of the prettiest, packing granite spires, wildlife, and a larch-lined lake into just …