Lake · Norse Peak Wilderness
Lost Lake
8.6 mi round trip2,175 ft gainHardDay 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.
Norse Peak Wilderness rules from the Forest Service. Matched from official wilderness boundaries. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance8.6 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain2,175 ftTotal climb, round trip
Lake elevation5,735 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Lost Lake is a lake reached by a 8.6-mile round trip from Dalles Ridge Trailhead. The route follows Dalles Ridge Trail, then Noble Knob Trail, then Lost Lake Trail to the shore.
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What you need
Parking and passes
Forest Service trailhead: display a Northwest Forest Pass or an interagency pass (America the Beautiful).
Buy a Northwest Forest PassGetting there
The hike starts at Dalles Ridge Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.