It snowed! We had taken the day off long ago, so we were going to do an overnight trip rain or shine. We didn't expect to be snowed on though! I'm sure it all melted off within the next day or two.
The road and trail are in great shape, and it only took us about 3 hours to reach the lake. There's only one small snowfield on the descent to Lake Ann, and certainly no traction is required. Be sure to check out the natural spring alongside the trail, just before the pass is reached. At the pass, the snow was starting to fall, but not hard. By the time we woke up the next morning, the tent was surrounded by fresh beautiful snow.
On Friday when we started, there were ten cars in the lot, but only two other groups on the trail to Lake Ann. When we arrived back to the lot on Saturday morning, only two other cars were there. I'm sure this number will jump up as the sun starts to come out in Washington. It was a beautiful hike, but pack a warm jacket just in case!
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