Willow Lake Trail
Ross Lake National Recreation Area, Whatcom County, WA
Out-and-back trail in Ross Lake National Recreation Area, Whatcom County, WA. Hiking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 15.2 mi (24.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,083 ft (635 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr
- High point
- 2,907 ft (886 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Willow Lake 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from start
- Campsite: Nightmare 15.1 mi (24.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Willow Lake Trail
How long is Willow Lake Trail?
Willow Lake Trail is 15.2 mi (24.5 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr. It climbs 2,083 ft (635 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,907 ft (886 m).
How hard is Willow Lake Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Willow Lake Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Willow Lake Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Willow Lake Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Willow Lake Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Willow Lake Trail?
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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- Galene Lakes trail Skagit Valley Provincial Park · Expert · 13.6 mi (21.9 km)
- Hozomeen Lake Trail Ross Lake National Recreation Area · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- Skyline II Trail British Columbia · Expert · 11.5 mi (18.6 km)
- Little Beaver Trail North Cascades National Park · Expert · 16.2 mi (26.1 km)
- Nepopekum Creek trail Skagit Valley Provincial Park · Easy · 2.3 mi (3.6 km)
More hikes in Ross Lake National Recreation Area
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap