Gem Lake via Snow Lake and High Lakes Trail
Snoqualmie Pass, Washington
11.0 mi
Distance
3,379 ft
Elev. Gain
5h
Est. Time
Out & Back
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Gem Lake via Snow Lake and High Lakes Trail is an out-and-back trail in Snoqualmie National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in King County, Washington. It is 11 miles long and gains 3,379 feet. The nearest town is Snoqualmie Pass, Washington, about 2 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 960 ft |
| High point | 4.6 mi | 1,502 ft |
| End | 9.1 mi | 960 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Out & Back
Permit required
Apply through the issuing agency. Many systems run seasonal lotteries or fixed application windows — confirm current dates on the agency page.
A free wilderness permit is required for day use as well as overnight trips in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness from May 15 to October 31. Permits are self-issued at trailheads and ranger stations. A Recreation Pass is also required at the Snow Lake trailhead.
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Reserve or permit
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Required permit application for this trail. Many systems run seasonal lotteries or fixed application windows — confirm current dates here.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Snoqualmie Pass, WA · about 2 mi away
- County:
- King County, WA
- Jurisdiction:
- Snoqualmie National Forest · United States Forest Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.
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