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Three Lakes via Laughingwater Creek
Mount Rainier Area
updated 1 month ago
The trail to Three Lakes via Laughingwater Creek is currently experiencing a significant number of blowdowns, with one report noting over 20 on August 25. While these obstacles are generally navigable by stepping over, under, or around, some require crawling or ducking, and one large downed tree necessitates finding a boot path around it (August 19). The trail itself is described as being in good condition otherwise, with no lingering snow reported as of August 26. Parking is available along the shoulder of SR 123 near the trailhead, with space for about 5-6 cars (July 29).
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Trail notes generated from recent reports. Conditions change fast.
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Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > SE - Cayuse Pass/Stevens Canyon
What goes up must go down. Less elevation gain but still a steep ascent- a bit of dry dustiness made a few steep spots a bit slippery. A few blowdowns to maneuver, nothing too bad.A few bridges that n...
Mount Rainier Area > SE - Cayuse Pass/Stevens Canyon
Mount Rainier Laughingcreek Trail – Three Lakes – PCT/Two LakesTried to book this trip on Recereation.gov but wasn’t available. Took our chances at White River Ranger Station, and got walk-up permits ...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > SE - Cayuse Pass/Stevens Canyon
A good handful of downfall, but easily navigated. A few bridges that need to be repaired, but are fine if you step carefully. Excited for this 4 day trip! Steep but not too bad. Beautiful lakes!
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > SE - Cayuse Pass/Stevens Canyon
Three lakes campground is inside Mount Rainier National Park (RNP).ALLbackpacking campgrounds in the park require a backcountry permit.Three Lakes is no exception - it requires a permit from RNP to ca...
Older1 month ago
Mount Rainier Area > SE - Cayuse Pass/Stevens Canyon
I hiked the Laughingwater Creek Trail to Three Lakes and the PCT. There is room for 5 or 6 cars along the shoulder of SR 123 approximately 100 ft South of the trailhead. The trail is in good condition...
Older2 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > Chinook Pass - Hwy 410
Three night trip from Chinook Pass to the Laughingwater Trailhead on 123, camping at Dewey Lake, Cougar Lake, and Three Lakes. Three adults, a teenager, and two 12 year olds.Day OneWalked into Dewey ...
Older3 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > SE - Cayuse Pass/Stevens Canyon
Laughingwater Creek trail up to 3 Lakes Mt Rainier trailhead Hwy 123 is a good hike if you want to test out your fitness level. The GPS distance is 13.2 miles RT to the 1st lake (not the 12 miles lis...
Older3 months ago
Mount Rainier Area > SE - Cayuse Pass/Stevens Canyon
If you enjoy hiking in solitude, old-growth, and walking through cobwebs, then this is the trail for you! IhikedLaughingwater trailon June 19th and I didn't see another person. Chipmunks and birds kep...
Older24 months ago
Mount Rainier Area
Did any overnight starting at Chinook Pass, hiked the PCT to the junction with the Three Lakes trail. Camped on the ridge in overnight on a beautiful, clear night. Hiked down past Three Lakes campgrou...
Older25 months ago
Mount Rainier Area
If you are looking for some solitude, and a bit of shade from the sun, this hike is for you. The trail is in excellent condition, and walking through freshly-sawed Big Doug fir smelled so good! Thanks...