Lake · Olympic National Park
Mink Lake
4.7 mi round trip1,544 ft gainModerateDay hike: No permitOvernight: Reservation
Get alerts for this hikePermits and reservations
Day hikeNo permit
Day hikes need no permit, only the park entrance pass.
OvernightReservation
Every overnight stay needs a wilderness permit from Recreation.gov. Bear canisters are required at all wilderness camps (free loaners at Wilderness Information Centers).
Permit calendar
Summer permits releaseApril 15, 7 AM PT
Summer quota seasonMay 15 to October 15
Olympic National Park wilderness rules from the National Park Service. Quota areas include Seven Lakes Basin, Grand Valley, Royal Lake, the Ozette coast, and Enchanted Valley. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance4.7 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain1,544 ftTotal climb, round trip
Lake elevation3,238 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Mink Lake is a lake reached by a 4.7-mile round trip from Mink Lake / Lover's Lane Trailhead. The route follows Mink Lake Trail to the shore.
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What you need
Parking and passes
National park entrance fee: $30 per vehicle for 7 days, the $55 Olympic annual pass, or an America the Beautiful pass. The park does not take cash.
Buy an entrance passGetting there
The hike starts at Mink Lake / Lover's Lane Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.