8.4km
Total Distance
852m
Elevation Gain

Trail description

A steep climb over a forested ridge to a glacier fed lake of vivid turquoise in the Cascades. The milky blue water sits in a rocky basin below Columbia and Kyes Peaks. The dramatic color makes the long climb worthwhile.

Route Map

Along the trail

  1. 1
    Viewpoint · 6.6km
  2. 2
    View of Glacier Peak · 7.4km
    Viewpoint
Path grade (SAC)
T2
Surface
natural ground 67%, gravel 33%
Marked route
Blanca Lake Trail

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Difficulty

4/5 · Difficult
  • Experience with long mountain hikes