Are dogs allowed on Lake Wilderness?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Lake Wilderness but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Lake Wilderness?

No, Lake Wilderness does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Lake Wilderness?

Lake Wilderness is rated easy. It is 4.0 miles long with 315 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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EasyLoop

Washington

Lake Wilderness

Maple Valley, Washington

4.0 mi

Distance

315 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 23m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The Cedar River Trail goes north to the Burlington Railroad tracks.

From Wikipedia

Lake Wilderness is the largest lake in Maple Valley, Washington, United States. The Lake Wilderness Lodge, a former resort hotel, is now a King County landmark, and its grounds are a park. Lake Wilderness is surrounded by houses, forest, and a park. The park is open and free of charge, containing a playground, baseball field, and tennis court. Every year on Maple Valley Days in June, celebrations are held in the park and the parking lot is occupied by temporary carnival rides. The lake has a beach open to year-round swimming.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:153 ft

Max:179 ft

96 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

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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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