The way to Melakwa Lake is like two different trails: first a wide gentle trail through old growth forest beneath an elevated and noisy Interstate freeway. And second, a rocky steep trail that …

Explore this 9.4-mile out-and-back trail near Snoqualmie Pass, Washington. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 37 min to complete. This is a very popular area …

This is a moderately-used trail connecting the Pratt Lake with Melakwa Lake within Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Leaving Pratt Lake, traverse through forest and open slopes with great views 10 …

At 4700 feet, this is the highest point of the hike, but the views will come in a third of a mile and 200 feet lower, when you arrive at Melakwa Lake. This glittering jewel of a mountain lake is set …

Melakwa Lake is a lake in King County, Washington. The name Melakwa comes from a Chinook term for "mosquito". [1] It is located along the Pratt River just below the river's true source.

3 reviews and 19 photos of MELAKWA LAKE "8.5 mi roundtrip, 2,500 ft. elevation gain. I would have to say this hike is definitely not for the weak. It is an extremely difficult hike if you haven't …

Nov 9, 2017 · Once you reach Melakwa, get your shot of Chair and Kaleetan Peaks’ reflections in the lake. This hike has it all: old-growth forests, rivers, waterfalls, alpine lakes, views, peaks, …

Jul 7, 2021 · Melakwa Lake was gorgeous today. I didn't spend much time there, so I can't say what percentage of the camp sites are melted out, but the lake is totally clear of ice and it …

Jun 13, 2017 · Experience this 16.0-mile loop trail near Snoqualmie Pass, Washington. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 37 min to complete. This is a …

Hiked to Melakwa Lake, upper Melakwa Lake and then up the valley to Melakwa Pass which overlooks Chair Peak Lake and has incredible views of Kaleetan Peak, Mount Roosevelt, …