Ptarmigan Ridge
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Bagley Lakes
North Cascades
updated 1 week ago
The trail to Bagley Lakes is in good condition with no snow reported since late July. The road access is suitable for all vehicles, and bugs have not been a significant issue according to recent reports. Trail maintenance, including gravel work and puncheon construction, was observed near a new bridge between the lakes as of September 14. Wildflowers were abundant in late July and early July. <br>
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As of September 14, there was gravel work and puncheon construction in progress by a new bridge between the lakes. Minor obstacles were noted on the Panorama Dome trail as of July 13, with significant rutting and encroaching vegetation, though other trails in the area were in excellent condition.
The road to the Bagley Lakes area has been reported as suitable for all vehicles throughout the reporting period, with the latest mention on September 14.
Bugs have not been a significant issue, with reports from September 14, August 23, and August 21 all indicating no bugs or that they were not too bad. Only one report from July 13 mentioned bugs being an annoyance.
Yes, as of September 14, a Forest Service worker was observed hauling gravel and puncheon work was in progress near the new bridge. A trail maintenance crew was also noted on the Bagley Lakes trail on July 30.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Recent1 week ago
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
Walked the Bailey Lakes Loop counterclockwise from the lower trailhead by the ski area lodge. Saw a Forest Service worker hauling gravel and puncheon work in progress by the new bridge. There used to ...
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
Hiked the prescribed route in 3rd edition 100 classic hikes - the main chain lakes loop with an extension, continuing down wild goose and back up the north side of lower bagley.I did this hike in the ...
Older1 month ago
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
Did this hike with a nearly-3-year-old and a 5-and-a-half year old and they did great and had a lot of fun. We started off mid-morning and did the loop in about 2.5 hours. Thankfully there were no bug...
Older1 month ago
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
Smoky but still beautiful. I saw some uncool behavior around the lakes - people meadow stomping to collect wild blueberries and one woman carrying a bouquet of picked wildflowers. Grr.
Older1 month ago
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
I've been wanting to hike in the Mount Baker area for a while, and it did not disappoint. What a beautiful area with trails for every level and interest.Since this was our first true mountain hike of ...
Older1 month ago
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
There were only about half a dozen cars at the Bagley Lakes trailhead when I arrived around 9am this morning. Took the trail clockwise, taking in the lovely surrounding views. Lots of wildflowers bloo...
Older2 months ago
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
On Sunday, I was able to do several trails in the Mount Baker Area. I had done Yellow Aster the week prior and wanted to stay in that area. I had been planning to do Chain Lakes for a while so I am gl...
Older2 months ago
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
I did this quick 1.5 mile loop hike mostly so I could see the CCC bridge. Trail is well maintained and easy to follow.
Older2 months ago
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
This hike was a long loop, starting from the Lower Bagley Lake parking area (just up from Heather Meadows Day Lodge), then taking the Bagley Lakes trail to Upper Bagley Lake (where it merges with the ...
Older2 months ago
North Cascades > Mount Baker Area
Always a 5 star hike! Great views and not so crowded on a Monday but still a lot of people as this is a very popular trail, so don't plan on being alone for very long. Also bring plenty of water and g...