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Lake · Twisp and Sawtooth

Martin Lakes

13.8 mi round trip2,724 ft gainVery hardDay hike: No permitOvernight: No permit
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Permits and reservations

Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation.
OvernightNo permit
No permit or reservation. Camp at least 200 ft from lakes and streams.

Outside wilderness and park boundaries, on Forest Service land. Matched from official boundaries and trail managers. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.

About the trail

Distance13.8 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain2,724 ftTotal climb, round trip
Lake elevation6,755 ftFrom elevation data

Overview

Martin Lakes is a lake reached by a 13.8-mile round trip from Crater Creek Trailhead. The route follows Eagle Lakes Trail #431, then Martin Creek Trail #429, then Martin Lakes Trail #429A 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).

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Getting there

The hike starts at Crater Creek Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.

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