A friend from work, my wife and I made the pilgrimage to Colchuk Lake in the vicinity of the Icicle Creek Road near Leavenworth. My friend had never been there, and as usual the site is spectacular. We started late due to a relentless bedsheet-adhesion-syndrome. So, needless to say it was a bit hot getting up there. The good news is that the extremely cold water cured that ailment in a big hurry. It was beautiful day ending with a pleasant evening dinner in Leavenworth.
As far as the trail conditions: It is in impeccable shape throughout. All aspects are easily followed and access to the lake is good as usual. Inthe lower sections of the trail there is a substantial amount of bugs and biting flies, and in the evening, as we returned, the mosquitoes became brave and determined. Bring bug spray for the hike....extra strength if camping overnight. The road to the trailhead was in great shape. One note: the toilet at the trailhead did not have paper. If you don't already do so as a rule, bring some.
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