Do you ever just stop, look around you, and marvel at all of the natural beauty in Washington? One of the best ways to admire that beauty is to slip on our hiking boots and hit one of the many trails that dot the state. For an epic hike that’s dripping with natural beauty — waterfalls, a lake, and plenty of majestic trees — follow the Annette Lake Trail in Washington.
Nestled in Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, the Annette Lake Trail clocks in at just under eight miles, and every mile is chock full of natural beauty.
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The trail is considered moderate, although some hikers consider it easy with some strenuous parts that include steep climbs. If you’re hiking after a snowfall, consider wearing spikes.
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One of the highlights of the trail is, undoubtedly, Annette Lake. If you’re camping out, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better spot to watch the sunset or the sunrise.
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Be prepared for a lot of foot traffic on the popular trail that’s dotted with babbling brooks and features…
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…a wooden bridge that looks like it’s leaped from the pages of an old-fashioned fairy tale.
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It also overlooks a beautiful, tumbling waterfall. In fact, you’ll pass countless tiny waterfalls along the nearly eight miles of your journey.
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Chances are you’ll encounter quite a few bugs, too, including mosquitos, on the trail (depending on what time of the year you head out), so bring along plenty of bug spray.
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Find more information, including a map, on the official website of the USDA Forest Service.
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Have you ever hiked the Annette Lake Trail in Washington? Do you have any advice for other hikers? Share your experience in the comments! Are you a fan of the paranormal? If so, start planning your trek along the Iron Goat Trail, one of the most haunted trails in the United States.
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Address: Annette Lake Trail, North Bend, WA 98045, USA
