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Landslide risk, tree-fall in saturated soils and related hazards remain very high and have closed trails and roads, including major highways and forest roads. 

Respect closures, check forecasts, consider delaying your hiking or recreation plans, and stay safe out there.

Lewis Lake

North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20
Length
7.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain
1,800 feet
Highest Point
6,000 feet
Calculated Difficulty About Calculated Difficulty
Moderate/Hard
  • Dogs allowed on leash
  • Established campsites
  • Lakes
  • Mountain views
  • Summits
  • Wildflowers/Meadows

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Northwest Forest Pass
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Lewis Lake

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Parking Pass/Entry Fee

Northwest Forest Pass

WTA Pro Tip: Save a copy of our directions before you leave! App-based driving directions aren't always accurate and data connections may be unreliable as you drive to the trailhead.

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Trailhead

North Cascades > North Cascades Highway - Hwy 20

Lewis Lake (#731)

News

Hiker Headlines: Snow dump, Hurricane Ridge lodge rebuild, Forest Service trails suffer, flooding fallout

December 18, 2025

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