Fagin's Hike of the Week- Lake Serene

Updated May 14, 2014

Snowfree hike and great views at the lake. Also side trip to waterfalls. Thanks to Jerry Retzlaff for some of the some of photos.

View from lake  towards Mt. Index

Bridal Veil Falls @ Jerry Retzlaff

Lots of stairs on the way up

Party at lake

View of the lake

Driving Directions: From Monroe that US 2 east towards Stevens Pass. Then just before road crosses the Skykomish River (near milepost 35), and turn right onto Mount Index Road. Proceed on this dirt road 0.4 mile, turning right on the spur road signed Lake Serene Trail 1068.

Trail Stats: To the lake 7.2 miles roundtrip and 2000 foot gain. To waterfalls an extra 1 mile roundtrip

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