Lake · Glacier Peak Wilderness
Kool-Aid Lake
10.5 mi round trip4,099 ft gainVery hardDay hike: Free self-issueOvernight: Free self-issue
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Day hikeFree self-issue
Fill out the free wilderness permit at the trailhead kiosk.
OvernightFree self-issue
No reservation. Use the same free permit, keep groups to 12 or fewer, and camp at least 200 ft from water.
Glacier Peak Wilderness rules from the Forest Service. Matched from official wilderness boundaries. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance10.5 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain4,099 ftTotal climb, round trip
Lake elevation6,924 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Kool-Aid Lake is a lake reached by a 10.5-mile round trip from Cascade Pass Trailhead. The route follows Cascade Pass Trail, then Ptarmigan Traverse to the shore.
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What you need
Parking and passes
National park trailheads here have no entrance fee. Check posted signs for any parking rules.
Getting there
The hike starts at Cascade Pass Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.