Fagin's Hike of the Week- Granite Lakes

Updated 12-2-2013

Trailhead  is just east of North Bend.. The first  part of the hike one does not need snowshoes. However you will need them as you get close to the Lakes.

Granite Lake with west ridge of Defiance

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Near the lakes

Bridge across Granite Creek

West ridge of Defiance

Driving Directions: From Seattle, drive east on I-90 to exit 34 . Turn left (north) onto 468th Street and follow it to the junction with the Middle Fork Snoqualmie Road (Forest Road 56). Turn right and continue up the Middle Fork Snoqualmie Road to the end of the pavement (about 3 miles from the I-90 exit). Turn right near the  gated road and park, being sure not to block the gate.You need a Discover Pass.

Trail Directions: Trail is 11 miles round trip to the lakes and is  2300 foot gain. However hike is great without going to the lakes.


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