East Bank Ross Lake — Friday, Jul. 10, 2020

My husband and I did an overnighter to Devil's Junction. We love Ross Lake, and try to go every year. This is the only backpacking in the National Park (technically Ross Lake Recreational Area) that allows dogs, so we've brought our dog many times, but now he is too old to join us. We hiked from SR20, and the entire trail is cleared from the trailhead, at least to Devil's Junction (we did not go any further).While there aren't many views, it makes up for it in other ways. This trail is very gentle and has minor elevation with gradual incline/decline. The only tricky creek crossing is Roland Creek, but I just walked right through in my trail runners and let them dry when I got to camp. The water only came up to my ankles. You can probably figure out a more graceful way, but it's just not worth it to me. We took a break at Rainbow Point for a swim and some snacks. We've stayed there before, and think it's a great place to stay. We somehow failed to realize that Devil's Junction boat camp has only one site, so when we got there we were so excited to have such a beautiful spot to ourselves! There is a dock, bear box, and the BEST pit toilet I've ever seen. Highly recommend staying here, we'll be back for sure!