Near Lake George and Gobblers Knob
View of Rainier and Liberty Cap above Westside Road
Near Lake George and Gobblers Knob
Wet trail
Near Lake George and Gobblers Knob
Tahoma Creek from the Westside Road
Near Lake George and Gobblers Knob
Near Lake George and Gobblers Knob

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Lake George and Gobblers Knob

4.2 (9 Ratings)
A moderate hike to a subalpine lake and a one-of-a-kind rock outcrop with views to boot.
11.6
mi
Distance
2,681
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Regional Classic
A must do route for the area handpicked by local experts.
BirdingFamily FriendlyLakeLess CrowdedRiver/CreekViewsWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
Fires are prohibited. No pets on trails. Treat water before drinking.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
11.59mi
Distance
2,681ft
Elevation Gain
2,681ft
Elevation Loss
80%
Max Grade
5,485ft
High Point
2,882ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
Take the Westside Road to the gate at Dry Creek (approximately 3 miles from the start of the road). Due to danger from rock fall, vehicles must park south of the barricade at Dry Creek. Hikers and bicyclists should travel through the area with caution and avoid lingering in the rock fall hazard zone. Hike up the closed portion of the road to Round Pass and the trailhead (approximately 4 miles). The route to Lake George is easy with a gradual incline, and most hikers will choose to stop there. It is popular for families with small children. The slog to Gobblers Knob Lookout is an additional 1.5 miles and much steeper.

Route Conditions

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