Trip Report. It is a stunning blue lake, set high in a basin beneath rocky peaks, showcasing striking Mount Stuart as its backdrop. We were able to get around him. Washington Trails Association is 501(c)(3) nonprofit. It is a stunning blue lake, set high in a basin beneath rocky peaks, showcasing striking Mount Stuart as its backdrop. Rainier, and when we looked more closely, of Mt. There is another sign around 2 miles in that divides into the trail for Long's Pass (right) and Lake Ingalls (straight). Hike by WTA Correspondents : Kim Hull There's no question why Ingalls Lake is one of the most popular destinations in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Drive 1.1 miles and stay left at the fork signed Beverly Campground. Trip Report By. Road Road suitable for all vehicles. Trip Report. Now's the time to see this, if the weather holds. Wildflowers, such as Indian Paintbrush, were blooming along the trail. From eastbound I-90, take Exit 85. If the trailhead is full, park ONLY on the west side of the road (it is signed "Parking This Side Only") to allow safe traffic flow. Lake Ingalls . Trip Report. Temperatures dipped below 0 degrees overnight and we were well prepared and weathered the storm just fine. Camping is prohibited at the lake. Lake Ingalls is a 8.8 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Cle Elum, Washington that features a waterfall and is rated as difficult. Trail Conditions Trail in good condition. Share. Share. In the fall, the larch trees turn an electric orange which will surely draw the eye. I hope you enjoyed your Darn Tough socks-they're the best! The entire trail is covered in snow. 705 2nd Ave, Suite 300 Lake Ingalls. We saw one other single goat as we were approaching the pass but saw none in Headlight Basin. Made the trailhead parking area at the end of the road and hit trail 1390 at 2:10pm. Trail Conditions Trail in good condition. Ended up in the Teanaway River area truckin' down Road 9737. We camped up at Ingalls Saturday night. It was a nearly perfect day for a hike to Ingalls. There were only a few hikers on the trail. Snoqualmie Region. Road Road rough but passable. Trip Report By. Trip Report. Snow Intermittent snow - not hard to cross. Crystal Lee 5 Hiked Nov 1, 2020. Views, views and more views. Washington Trails Association We broke trail (the correct route) going down Sunday morning around 8am. This includes Ingalls Pass and the Longs Pass. And pack it out! Trail snow-covered at times - gear and expertise recommended. Go Hiking Trip Reports Lake Ingalls. Please note that backpacking at this point in the season is only recommended for experts. This is an absolutely stunning hike all the way through and that’s even without the incredible pay off at the end. It was helpful on some of the slick rocks as well. The trail to this treasure is filled with delights, both for the summer adventurer as well as for those hikers who appreciate fall colors. Constant views of the Esmeralda Peaks and Fortune Pass keep hikers enticed for more. Share. We ended up following this and made it to the lake but on the return, followed the actual trail and found the path much more reasonable. **Note that dogs are not allowed at Lake Ingalls. Only about 50% of people hiking had masks on. We made it down in just about 2 hours. 209 map. Trip Report By. Hikerbabe50 WTA Member 25 Hiked Nov 23, 2019. Photo by Kim Hull. Bugs No bugs. Route-finding via cairn may be required at times, before it rounds a bend and heads up a draw into a unique and special lake basin. Print. Drive 970 for 7 miles and turn left on Teanaway Road. For us, that was unusual. Road Road recommended for high clearance only. Snoqualmie Region -- Salmon La Sac/Teanaway, Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Cle Elum Ranger District, Day Hiking: Snoqualmie Pass (Nelson & Bauer - Mountaineers Books), Buy the Green Trails Mount Stuart No. Turn right here; traveling straight will take you into Esmeralda Basin.The path immediately makes its way up the hillside, soon exiting the pine trees and entering open country. If you plan to camp, take the right branch of the trail, which drops into Headlight Basin and numerous camps, some with views across the Ingalls Creek valley to Mount Stuart. The road to this hike is just fine. Trip Report By . Our tax identification number is EIN 91-0900134. The left fork is the more distinct trail, providing a meandering route around and down the pass towards the lake. Trail was in good shape so lets keep it that way. Started our trip Saturday morning around 8:45am. Trail Conditions Trail in good condition. However, from the junction of the Esmeralda Basin trail and the Ingalls Way trail, dogs are no longer allowed. Print. Started off chilly (heavy hat, gloves, base layer recommended), but there were times you could get by in a t-shirt and shorts. Trip Report. Type of Hike Overnight. Its in pretty good shape by the way. There are few places as lovely as this. 100 hikes book said hiking time 8 hours for a round trip of 9 miles. At approximately 1.4 miles, another trail junction begs you to venture right and up to Longs Pass, a side trip that adds 1.4 miles round-trip to your adventure. The fire is out. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from July until October. cristina WTA Member 100 Hiked Oct 10, 2020. The larches are in full color, but needles are starting to fall. Continue straight on the trail, gently weaving in and out of contours in the dramatic landscape on your continual climb to Ingalls Pass. Larches in the snow on the Ingalls Lake trail. The basin below to the north is filled with green, grassy meadows strewn with streams, abundant flowers, and popular alpine larches before it becomes a rocky walk and scramble to the hidden lake on the far side of the basin. From Seattle, it’s about 2 and a half hours up to the trailhead basically heading due east on on i-90. The lake is not frozen yet and there was still a larch or two hanging on! Lake Ingalls. Indeed, it's quite windy around some of the chutes. Contributions to WTA are tax deductible, and we are committed to making the best use of every donation to our mission. Our tax identification number is EIN 91-0900134. Snoqualmie Region. Go Hiking Trip Reports Lake Ingalls. Contributions to WTA are tax deductible, and we are committed to making the best use of every donation to our mission. Please remember to be respectful and step aside. To the kind gentlemen who watched us set up in the wind on Saturday afternoon, the stars were indeed epic! Go Hiking Trip Reports Lake Ingalls. 705 2nd Ave, Suite 300 Trust the map and don't necessarily follow the footprints. We encountered a large billy goat at the intersection with the Long Pass trail. The forecast had seemed clear and then the winds and a snowstorm blew in but we were well prepared with a 4 season tent and 0 degree bags. We arrived at the lake around noon. I hiked Lake Ingalls last week, and despite the new snow, I wanted to make a report now because I want to draw attention to the [WTA censored word of choice]s who continue to litter on our trails with orange peels and other ridiculous waste. Seattle, WA 98104. Snow Trail snow-covered at times - gear and expertise recommended. We were slowed down by our heavy packs as we planned to camp at the lake. It’s a destination that cannot be denied. Bugs No bugs. Snow Intermittent snow - not hard to cross. Type of Hike Day hike. Snoqualmie Region. Continue on this road a further 6.7 miles and keep right at a fork signed for 'Trail 1394'. When we neared the pass, there were great views of Mt. Read About these trails in our Hiking Guide Lake Ingalls; The road is open and in great shape except for the last mile or so. This is a serious grade A hike on a beautiful day. Snow is on the ground beneath the larches. Hike by WTA Correspondents: stephbo WTA Member. Bugs No bugs. Lake Ingalls is beautifully situated under Ingalls Peak with views of nearby Mt Stuart to the East. It is 22.5 miles to the Esmeralda Basin/Ingalls Lake trailhead from the turn off of Highway 970. Please, for the love of the for the love of the outdoors, DO NOT … There are many icy, somewhat treacherous areas, making microspikes a must have. Kim Hull. Lake Ingalls; Couldn't get away for the whole weekend so I salvaged Sunday and headed East. It is here that one might begin counting mountain goats and other high-country wildlife.At the pass, the trail forks. 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