HIKING / BACKPACKING

Distance: 3.8 miles round trip Hiking Time: 2.5 hours High Point: 3800 feet

Elevation Gain: 1100 feet

Maps: USGS Mallardy Ridge, Verlot
- Greentrails - Granite Falls #109, Silverton #110

Located only 0.3 miles from the road, Bear Lake is a popular destination for beginning backpackers. Bear Lake is entirely surrounded by forest, and is 30' deep. Pinnacle Lake is one of two lakes located within Mount Pilchuck State Park. The trail is rocky and rough, and at times muddy. Pinnacle Lake, setting in a rocky alpine terrain offers several camping areas above it and to the north. Remember, camping is not permitted within 100 feet of any lake.

Directions: From Verlot Public Service Center, travel east m the Mountain Loop Highway 4.5 miles. Turn right (south) m the Schweitzer Creek Road #4020 and continue 2.3 miles to Bear Lake Road #4021. Turn right onto this road and continue for 3.4 miles to the trailhead.