Tunnel Creek

Tunnel Creek 1061

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Ranger's Report

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Road Condition

Distance:

1.5 miles one way

Hiking Time:

1 hour

Trailhead Elevation:

3100 ft

Elevation Gain:

+1300 ft

Season:

July - October

Difficulty:

Moderate

Rating:

Best - Very Good - Good - Fair

Use:

Moderate

Users:

Hikers

Region:

Skykomish Ranger District

Maps:

USGS Stevens Pass
Skykomish Ranger District Map
Printable Topo Map

Permits:

Northwest Forest Pass is required
Alpine Lakes Wilderness Regulations

Driving Directions:

From Seattle take I-5 North to Exit 194 to Highway 2 East. Turn right at MP 60.5 onto the road #6095 (Tunnel Creek Road). Pay attention for there is no sing indicating the road. Turn left in 1.1 mile, trailhead is on the right hand side.

Trailhead:

Small parking, no campsites, water is at the stream in about 0.1 mile up the trail.

Trail:

August 12, 2000

The trail steeply climbs through the woods, at times entering open slopes, and in 1.5 mile reaches a junction with Pacific Crest Trail near Hope Lake . The trail is well maintained and very nice to hike. Most of the way from the trailhead to the junction the trail is surrounded with huckleberry bushes that are a treat. The lake is shallow with grassy shores. There are several campsites at the lake. Backcountry toilet is available.

If head north (left) from Hope Lake and follow PCT for about 0.7 mile you will reach Mig Lake . This part of the trail is easy and pleasant hike. The lake is nice with open shores. A small pond near the lake is grown with water-lilies . There are several campsites around the lake.