Alta Mountain via Rachel Lake
Alpine Lakes Wilderness, Kittitas County, WA
Out-and-back trail in Alpine Lakes Wilderness, Kittitas County, WA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 10.3 mi (16.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,474 ft (1,059 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 5 min
- High point
- 6,214 ft (1,894 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Alta Mountain 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from start
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Questions about Alta Mountain via Rachel Lake
How long is Alta Mountain via Rachel Lake?
Alta Mountain via Rachel Lake is 10.3 mi (16.5 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 5 min. It climbs 3,474 ft (1,059 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,214 ft (1,894 m).
How hard is Alta Mountain via Rachel Lake?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Alta Mountain via Rachel Lake?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Alta Mountain via Rachel Lake?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 7.1 mi (11.4 km).
Is Alta Mountain via Rachel Lake shaded?
Mostly shaded (81% under trees).
What can you do on Alta Mountain via Rachel Lake?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Alta Mountain via Rachel Lake?
1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Alta Mountain via Rachel Lake?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Lake Margaret Trail Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest · Easy · 1.2 mi (2 km)
- Lila Lake Trail Alpine Lakes Wilderness · Easy · 1.3 mi (2 km)
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