Lake · Glacier Peak Wilderness
Yang Yang Lakes
18.7 mi round trip7,875 ft gainVery hardDay 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
Distance18.7 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain7,875 ftTotal climb, round trip
Lake elevation7,447 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Yang Yang Lakes is a lake reached by a 18.7-mile round trip from Cascade Pass Trailhead. The route follows Cascade Pass Trail, then Ptarmigan Traverse to the shore.
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What you need
Parking and passes
National park trailheads here have no entrance fee. Check posted signs for any parking rules.
Getting there
The hike starts at Cascade Pass Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.