Near Green Lakes
Near Green Lakes
Near Green Lakes
Near Green Lakes
Near Green Lakes

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Green Lakes

4.6 (19 Ratings)
This is a great hike to Green Lakes with great views. Don't expect the place to yourself though, as it's popular!
20.3
mi
Distance
2,616
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Commonly BackpackedLakeRiver/CreekSpringSwimmingViewsWaterfallWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
This trail requires a Central Cascade Wilderness day or overnight permit. There is a limited number of these and are released in 10, 2, and 7 day rolling windows, respectively.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
20.3mi
Distance
2,616ft
Elevation Gain
2,802ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
7,020ft
High Point
5,253ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail is used as a good starting point for many other trails in the area, and you can branch off at a few points or go all the way to the lake. You are able to camp at the lake, however it is first-come-first-served.This trail is very scenic, passing many waterfalls and crossing a stream four times. The trail is plenty wide at the start, easily allowing 3-4 people abreast, and gets smaller as you carry on, narrowing to a bit wider than singletrack at the end. You can either head back the way you came or take a side trail down, or head towards Broken Top or South Sisters if you are feeling fresh and frisky.

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Contributors
Casey Tucker