Lake Serene Trail #1068

Distance: 3.5 miles one-way

Beginning Elevation : 640 feet

Ending Elevation: 2250 feet

Difficulty level: Most Difficult

Map(s): Green Trails #142

Visitor Use: Extra Heavy

SUMMARY:The trail begins by following an old logging road for 1.6 miles to where it joins the newly constructed portion of the trail. Here, you begin a series of switchbacks and steps climbing toward Lake Serene. Follow signs for a side trip to Bridal Veil Falls, or continue to the lake.

The area is day-use only. No campfires are permitted.

TRAILHEAD ACCESS:Drive State Route 2, turn south at mile marker 35.2 onto the Mt. Index Road. Drive 0.3 mile, and bear right. Continue 600 feet to parking area on the left.

Northwest Forest Pass required to park: Yes

TRAILGUIDE

Best Seasons: Late Spring/Summer/Fall

AREA

US2 Skykomish River Stevens Pass

RANGER STATION (NEAREST)

Skykomish Ranger Station

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Notice: Hiking in the backcountry can be dangerous. Information on this website comes from a variety of sources. You have to be responsible for using good common sense and researching trails carefully. Things change constantly in the outdoors.

Use caution while hiking so you can enjoy it safely. Don't get in over your head. A call to the ranger station and avalanche hotline(winter) are highly recommended. Bring the ten essentials and make sure someone knows where you are going and expect to be back.