Source Lake, Source Lake - Winter Route — Monday, Dec. 31, 2001

Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass

My favorite hiking partner and I started the New Year by skipping the champagne and taking a beautiful snowshoe trip to, and above ,Source Lake early New Years Day. The trip is easy and so that means LOTS of people. The good news is that most of folks that do this trip don't begin until noon or later. So get there early and try to enjoy some sort of solitude. The climb to the saddle above and between Source and Snow Lake is very steep and difficult. Don,t bring Fido or the out of towners on this part. When we reached the top it was a different environment there. The wind was really blowing and goggles were needed. Check avalanche conditions before attempting this climb! The trip back to the parking lot was quick despite having to dodge the mass of humanity enjoying the first day of 2002. Peace,love,and good hiking to all in this New Year!