Lake Valhalla
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Fall colors are vibrant, roads are rough
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Rock Mountain via Rock Lake
Central Cascades
updated 4 weeks ago
The trail to Rock Mountain via Rock Lake is generally in good condition, with most obstacles cleared as of August 27. However, the road leading to the trailhead is rough and recommended for high-clearance vehicles only, with one report from July 15 describing deep ruts and potholes. Snow is no longer an issue, with the last reports indicating it was snow-free by August 27 and only intermittent patches to cross in early July. While wildflowers have mostly faded, ripe berries are now abundant, and there have been sightings of fresh bear scat in the area, prompting reminders about food storage regulations. July 15 noted terrible bug conditions near the lake, but this was contradicted by reports from July 9 and July 3 stating bugs were not too bad. Parking is limited at the small trailhead.
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The road to the trailhead is rough and recommended for high clearance vehicles only. As of July 15, it has deep ruts and potholes. A sedan would likely not be able to make it, but high clearance vehicles should be fine.
Most blowdowns have been cleared from the trail. As of August 27, the trail is in great shape. There were intermittent snow patches reported in early July, but these were not difficult to cross, and by August 27, the trail was snow-free.
Parking at the trailhead is very limited, with space for only about 5 cars according to a report from July 15. It is described as a small pullout with no facilities.
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Recent4 weeks ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
Trail 1587: The trail is steep, gaining 4,000' in 4 miles, but it's in great shape. Just be prepared for lots of switchbacks and not a lot of shade, so bring however much water you will need to get yo...
Older2 months ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
Road/TrailheadThe road to the trailhead is high clearance only. It's about 150 feet of dirt road off of highway 2, but that section has been washed out on the right, and the remaining single lane has ...
Older2 months ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
My dad and I arrived at the trailhead at 8am. There are no toilets—so maybe use the bathroom at the Pass beforehand. This trail required a little bit of minor route-finding. Also a few fallen trees ha...
Older2 months ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
What a day! My quads are still talking about it! The trailhead is right off the highway and has ruts requiring high clearance as others have mentioned. No bathroom and only parking for a few vehicles....
Older3 months ago
Central Cascades
Road to trailhead is very short, but washed out. My minivan bottomed out pretty good, both ways, so I recommend a high clearance vehicle.I counted 7 or 8 blow downs but all are passable. Brush is gett...
Older4 months ago
Central Cascades > Stevens Pass - East
Well lets get to it then. Such a beautiful trail and worth every step. The parking can hold a handful of cars but the entrance is slowly washing away and parking is available on the side of HWY 2. Hik...
Older23 months ago
Central Cascades
Arrived to an empty parking lot just after 6. There are some giant potholes right at the entrance but then you just park. The trail looks like you could drive up the first part past the sign but quick...
Older24 months ago
Central Cascades
Compared to some of the other trails accessible off of Hwy 2 east of Stevens Pass, this is perhaps the only one anyone can access without a high clearance vehicle, as the trailhead is right off of the...
Older24 months ago
Central Cascades
Based on the other trip reports and the narrowness of the trail, this approach up Rock Mountain isn't particularly popular. However, I enjoyed it as a workout, with decent trail conditions and good vi...
Older26 months ago
Central Cascades
I've long wanted to hike this trail but, having finally completed it yesterday, must rate it a "meh."The first third of route is an unmaintained, dusty and hot (in August) switchback hell without any ...