What is the status of the road access to the trailhead?

Multiple reports from [September 10](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-09-11.100436162493) through [November 3](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-11-03.145051690149) indicate that the road is suitable for all vehicles. There have been no mentions of road closures or significant issues.

Are there any reported obstacles on the trail?

While the trail is generally well-maintained, there are consistently rocky sections that can be slippery, requiring careful footing as noted in reports from [November 3](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-11-03.145051690149) and [October 16](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-10-16.192756412032). Some larger steps and loose rocks have also been mentioned.

What is the typical parking situation at the trailhead?

The parking lot for Lake 22 is popular and can fill up quickly, especially on weekends. Reports from [September 20](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-09-20.155109673437) and [September 19](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-09-27.120843727490) indicate the lot was full by mid-morning on a Saturday. Arriving earlier in the morning is recommended for better parking availability, as suggested by a report from September 24 where only 10 cars were present at 8:40 am on a Thursday.

Lake 22

Q: What are the current snow conditions on the trail and around the lake?

As of [November 3](https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report-2026-11-03.145051690149), there is intermittent snow on the trail, particularly on the south side of the lake and on the boardwalk. This snow is reportedly navigable with good boots and a pole. Conditions are expected to change rapidly with upcoming weather.

North Cascades

updated 1 week ago

The trail to Lake 22 is experiencing intermittent snow, particularly on the south side of the lake and the boardwalk, as of November 3. Despite this, the trail is generally well-maintained with minor obstacles. The waterfalls are flowing, and fall colors are nearly gone. The road is suitable for all vehicles, and bugs have not been a significant issue recently. Parking can fill up, especially on weekends, with reports from September 20 and September 19 indicating full lots by mid-morning.

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What hikers ask about Lake 22

Generated from the most recent trip reports, newest 1 week ago. Check anything you’d turn around for.

As of November 3, there is intermittent snow on the trail, particularly on the south side of the lake and on the boardwalk. This snow is reportedly navigable with good boots and a pole. Conditions are expected to change rapidly with upcoming weather.