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Washington Lake / White Clouds


Highlights:

An easy trail hike through a beautiful forest to an Alpine Lake
Near:Stanley, ID
Scenery:
Distance:5 miles round trip
Elevation Gain:950 ft
Hike Time:2.5 hours
Difficulty:Moderate
Trail Condition:Well maintained trail
HikeType:Out and Back


Summary: A nice hike up a forested trail, past lovely Fourth Of July lake, then over a high ridge with great views of the Sawtooth range to the west, high peaks of the White Clouds and a prettylake below. Although this lake is a nice destination lake it is also strategic as a layover for a longer hike into the Chamberlain lakes.
Trailhead: The trailhead is located by following Idaho hwy 75 about 15 miles south of Stanley. After crossing fourth of July creek the gravel road access is on the left. The trailhead is about 15 miles at the end of this road. The parking area is large with unloading ramps and toilet facilities. A Sawtooth Recreation trailhead pass is required. (Lat:44.02938 Lon:-114.39214)
Trail Guides for Washington Lake / White Clouds:
Hiking Idaho
by Ralph & Jackie Maughn  (Falcon Guide)

Best Seasons: Fall, Summer,
User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Horses,
Ranger Contact: Sawtooth National Recreation Area, 208-726-7672 or 208-774-3681
Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Don Evans, who has posted  31 other hikes on this site
Trail Reviews  Submit your own review
Reviewed by TF on 8/8/2006
Great hike, been there many times. As of 2006, the SNRA pass is no longer required. That doesn't mean that in 2007 it won't be required again though.


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