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Lake of the Angels


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Lake of the Angels

Ascending 3,400 feet in elevation in a short 4 miles, this hike is serious climb shortly after the beginning. You will be rewarded for efforts along the way with views of Boulder Creek, Mount Skokomish, Whitehorse creek, Mount Pershing and Hood Canal and a open basin lake at the end.

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Start on Putvin trail traveling alongside boulder creek, but don't be fooled by gradual ascent.  As you enter the forest, the climb gets serious and winds up at a rock head wall, which will require you to use handholds to ascend this brief section.  A high cirque lake in the Valley of Heaven awaits you as a reward for your efforts. 

  • Difficulty: Very Strenuous
  • Length: 8.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 3,400 ft
  • 4,950 ft
  • Land Manager: Olympic National Park
    The Brothers Wilderness, Hood Canal Ranger District (ONF)
  • Parking Permit Required: Northwest Forest Pass
  • Recommended Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
Map
  • Green Trails The Brothers No. 168
  • Green Trails Mt Steel No. 167
  • Custom Correct Mount Skokomish - Lake Cushman
  • Green Trails Olympic Mountains East No. 168S
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