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Jul 14 2024
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 Joined Jun 23 2015
 Phoenix, AZ
Rachel Lake TrailNorth Cascades, WA
Rachel Lake Trail
North Cascades, WA
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emilystardust • Triplogs 792
Hiking10.59 Miles 2,199 AEG
Hiking10.59 Miles   6 Hrs   4 Mns   2.15 mph
2,199 ft AEG   1 Hour   9 Mns Break
 
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Late start so a little warmer than I would’ve liked, especially during their heatwave (temps in mid 80s, but it hits a little different). Couldn’t quite go all the way in this lake but went up to my shoulders.
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 Joined Dec 25 2006
 Sagamihara, Japa
Rachel Lake TrailNorth Cascades, WA
Rachel Lake Trail
North Cascades, WA
Hiking avatar Aug 24 2014
sagamihara_hiker • Triplogs 366
Hiking7.55 Miles 2,103 AEG
Hiking7.55 Miles   5 Hrs      1.51 mph
2,103 ft AEG
 
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You don't go to Rachel Lake to enjoy the peace and quiet -- you won't find that on this popular hike. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't go! Nice day along the trail. I was surprised by beauty of the trail side creek and small waterfalls which were an added bonus. The Lake has crystal clear water and when it's not windy, you get a nice reflection. Trail was in decent shape. A couple of blow downs and some wet/muddy areas but all in all not too bad. It would definitely be a different story earlier in the year when I assume the trail would be very wet and slick during the steep climb to the lake.
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average hiking speed 1.83 mph

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