Picture Lake Washington

The trail is primarily used for hiking and walking and is best used from june until november.

Picture lake washington. Shuksan in the lake. It is absolutely stunning. Anytime i m driving up to mt. Lake washington is a large freshwater lake adjacent to the city of seattle it is the largest lake in king county and the second largest natural lake in the state of washington after lake chelan it borders the cities of seattle on the west bellevue and kirkland on the east renton on the south and kenmore on the north and encloses mercer island the lake is fed by the sammamish river at its.

Picture lake is something of a legend around here. The classic alpine vista of mt. Others wait for hours and even days until the weather is right for reflective scenes such as this splendid view of picture lake and mount shuksan. Some trails or park services may be closed this weekend so check with local authorities before heading out.

Picture lake path is a 0 4 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near maple falls washington that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. Picture lake is the centerpiece of a strikingly beautiful landscape in the heather meadows area. Baker i make a point to stop here. Turn right and picture lake will be on your left.

Shuksan mirrored in picture lake is one of the most photographed mountain scenes in north america. This viewpoint along washington s state route 542 is far from average. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. Picture lake is one of the most photographed spots in washington and for good reason.

Try and plan your visit before the lake freezes in november so you get to see the reflection of mt. Many paintings photos and other works of art have been dedicated to this lovely little spot along the road to the mount baker ski area. Reflective scenes bring out the creativity in a photographer sometimes offering vast improvements in a rather mundane view. And there s a reason why.

A vault toilet is located at the austin pass picnic area or the heather meadows visitor center parking lot.