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SURPRISE LAKE

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About this place

Skykomish, WA

47.70750
-121.15667
No Fee
Water can be treated or filtered from nearby water sources
No restroom available

More details

The trail climbs steadily for 2.5 miles. Then the hike steepens, climbing switchbacks toward Surprise Lake. After 4 miles, the trail crosses the old route of the PCT. From the intersection, a path leads down to Surprise Lake and several campsites.

USGS Topo Good road labels

Nearby (≈ 5 miles)

Quick hits within ~8 km.

SCENIC HOT SPRINGS
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IRON GOAT/MARTIN CREEK
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Iron Goat/Martin Creek Trailhead
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WELLINGTON
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Wellington Trailhead
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Stevens Pass Guard Station
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PCT WINDY GAP
trailhead • 6.7 km
Free Camping
freecamp • 6.8 km
PCNST STEVENS SOUTH
trailhead • 6.8 km
Relief / Topo Great for terrain & contours

Weather (5-day)

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Mon, Jan 19
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