Lodge Lake

getting there

Take Exit 52 off of I-90. Turn right (south) then right again onto the dirt road that leads around the westernmost parking lot at the ski resort. Park at the far western end of the road near the sign for the Pacific Crest Trail. 

snowshoe route

Start from the Summit West parking lot, skirt the north side of the ski area up the ridge (~3,800 ft high point), then down to the lake (3,125 ft).

Information FOr leaders

Permit information

As of 2017, the Snoqualmie Ranger District considers Mountaineers trips and courses to be "nominal use". Leaders should print and copy this designation letter to show rangers they may see on trail or carry a digital copy on their phone.

• Suitable Activities: Snowshoeing
• Snowshoeing Category: Basic
• Seasons: January, February, March, December
• Weather: View weather forecast
• View avalanche forecast.

• Difficulty: Moderate
• Length: 4.0 mi
• Elevation Gain: 1,400 ft
• High Point: 3,800 ft

• Land Manager: Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
  Alpine Lakes Wilderness, Snoqualmie Ranger District (MBSNF)
• Parking Permit Required: Northwest Forest Pass
• Recommended Party Size: 12
• Maximum Party Size: 24
• Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 24