Lake · Glacier Peak Wilderness
Twin Lakes
6.5 mi round tripModerate by distanceDay 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
Distance6.5 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gainNot measuredTotal climb, round trip
Lake elevation2,851 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Twin Lakes is a lake reached by a 6.5-mile round trip from Twin Lakes Trailhead. The route follows Twin Lakes 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 Twin Lakes Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.