Sheep Lake to Sourdough Gap
2 weeks ago
Fall colors are outstanding
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Dewey Lake
Mount Rainier Area
updated 3 days ago
The trail to Dewey Lake is reported as being in good condition, with no significant obstacles noted in recent reports. Intermittent snow was present as of November 7, but it was not difficult to cross. The road to the trailhead is suitable for all vehicles, and bugs have not been a significant issue. Fall colors were noted as mostly gone by October 11, with some remaining color in certain sections. Parking at the Tipsoo Lake lot can fill up, especially on weekends, with arrivals around 9:00 AM being recommended by October 15.
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As of November 7, there is intermittent snow on the trail, but it is not difficult to cross. Prior reports from October 15 and October 11 indicated the trail was snow-free.
Fall colors were reported as mostly gone by October 11, with bare bushes. However, one report from October 11 mentioned a section of the Dewey trail still had some color, and September 20 noted bright reds and oranges were still visible.
All recent reports from August 20 to November 7 indicate the road is suitable for all vehicles. This has been consistent throughout the reporting period.
Crowd levels can vary, with October 15 noting moderate busyness and September 20 and September 18 describing steady traffic. Parking at Tipsoo Lake lot can fill up by 9:00 AM on busy days, but arriving later, like 2:00 PM as suggested by September 20, may offer more availability.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Fresh3 days ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
Really nice snowshoe/hike to Dewey lake via PCT trail #2000, via highway 410.Snowshoe up until the ridge, then hiking.Not very busy. Loved it. Trail in great shape.
Recent3 weeks ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
My hiking group wentto Chinook Pass and we had an awesome day hiking Naches Peak Loop Dewey Lake today!14 cars were in the Tipsoo Parking lot when we pulled in just after 9:00. It was sunny and 45 wit...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
The Naches Peak trail that leads to Dewey had some snow, but Dewey did not! Not on the trail or down by the lake. Fall colors mostly gone, bare bushes, but there’s a section of the Dewey trail that st...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
One of my favorite hikes and just so much more peaceful than hiking in the Park. Absolutely gorgeous this time of year. Actually hiked it twice in the same week because I wanted to show a friend. I ...
Mount Rainier Area > SE - Cayuse Pass/Stevens Canyon
A last-minute change of plans led me to do this hike. It's a long drive for a short hike, so I had put it off. Upon getting there, I realized I had actually done much of it before, but no matter. This...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
Spent the night at Dewey Lake with a 2 year old pup. The trail is always busy on weekends and I've backpacked here before so was not surprised. The trail is in great shape and once we reached the Dewe...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
Our first time hiking the wildly popular Naches Peak Loop trail. We parked at the Sheep Lake Parking lot around 9 am on Friday. This parking lot was almost full at the time but we did see more availab...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
Parking was filling up at Tipsoo at 10:30 am. We carried our toddlers clockwise and added in Dewey Lake for a lunch destination. Trail traffic was less busy than summer but still steady. The colors do...
Older2 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
Headed out with a Mountaineers group to hike Dewey Lake via the Naches Peak Loop trail on a sunny Monday. We arrived atthe Sheep Lake trailhead at about 8:30 am with plenty of parking available. Took ...
Older2 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
As expected there were lots of people on the Naches Peak loop. It's remarkable to note ow much more popular that loop is now compared to 27 years ago when we first walked it. It's cool to hear lots ...