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Lake · Black Diamond Open Space

Ravensdale Lake

3.7 mi round trip156 ft gainEasyDay hike: No permitOvernight: Check first
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Permits and reservations

Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation.
OvernightCheck first
Many parks like this close at dusk and do not allow camping. Check the posted rules before an overnight trip.

Matched from park boundaries on the map. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.

About the trail

Distance3.7 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain156 ftTotal climb, round trip
Lake elevation686 ftFrom elevation data

Overview

Ravensdale Lake is a lake reached by a 3.7-mile round trip from Black Diamond Open Space - Ravensdale Creek. The route follows Route 66, then Master Link, then Route 66, then Max Eagle, then Poisonless, then Beaver Tracks to the shore.

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What you need

Parking and passes

No parking pass is needed at most trailheads like this one. Check posted signs, since some lots have their own rules.

Getting there

The hike starts at Black Diamond Open Space - Ravensdale Creek. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.

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