island lake
North Bend, Washington
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47°26'12.7"N 121°30'40.6"W Maps | Directions |
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Camp, Hike, and Swim
If you want to shed the crowds while still exploring the wonderful routes of the western Snoqualmie Pass region, this might be the destination to consider. Sure, you'll have to share the first section of the route with the hordes, but most of the casual hikers will drop out at Talapus or Olallie Lake.
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Add ResourceBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From North Bend, Washington
- Head southwest on N Bend Blvd N/Bendigo Blvd N toward W North Bend Way (0.7 mi)
- At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto the I-90 E ramp to Spokane (0.3 mi)
- Merge onto I-90 E (14.7 mi)
- Take exit 45 toward Usfs Rd 9030 (0.3 mi)
- Turn left onto National Forest System Rd 9030 (0.9 mi)
- Turn right to stay on National Forest System Rd 9030 (2.0 mi)
From Seattle drive I-90 east to exit 45 (Forest Road 9030). Turn left under the freeway on FR 9030. In 1 mile bear right at the junction. Continue straight to the trailhead at the road's end.
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