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Enchanting high-elevation lake hike
Category

Hike

Est. Duration

4-6h

Activity level
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Colchuck Lake is a cool freshwater spot nestled in the Enchantments of Washington. It's about 15 miles from Leavenworth and sits pretty at an elevation of 5,570 feet above sea level. The lake has a masonry dam that helps control overflow, and it's managed by the Icicle and Peshastin Irrigation Districts for irrigation purposes. You can reach this gem by hiking a 4-mile trail that starts at Stuart and Culchuck Lake Trailhead. Just remember to grab your self-issued Alpine Lake Wilderness permit before you go exploring!

For more information follow the link to AllTrails.

  • Typical duration: 4-6 hours

  • Distance: 9 miles round trip

  • Elevation change: 2,300 feet

  • Difficulty level: Challenging

  • Trailhead: Stuart Lake Trailhead

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