East Bank Ross Lake — Wednesday, Jul. 29, 2020

We did an overnight at hidden hand camp ground. Only about 3mi into the east bank trail. The trail was pretty flat and in the trees so good for a hot day. No views of the lake from the trail but after we set up camp we continued past hidden hand camp and there is a great view of the Ruby Hand part of Ross Lake. Also was able to climb down to the water and go swimming, highly recommend! We saw a black bear about 20 ft from the trail when we were leaving the next morning so we were happy we had bear canisters. Would also recommend carrying bear spray anywhere in the North Cascades. Overall very enjoyable and great on a hot day to take a swim.