Fagin's Hike of the Week- Kendall Katwalk

Updated October 7, 2016

This is a classic hike at Snoq Pass and great views  once you get to the Katwalk. You can go another 1.5 miles to Ridge and Gravel Lakes as well.

3 Amigos Version 2

The 3 Amigos Version 1@ Chris Canlas

On the way up you see Guye Peak

Frank at one of the lakes @ Chris Canlas

Hiker near Katwalk

View from the top towards east, Mt. Stuart in distance

View at the top towards southeast

Chris on way up with Mt. Rainier in backgroud

Driving Directions: From Seattle, drive east on I-90 to exit 52 - “West Summit”. At the end of the ramp, turn left under the freeway onto Alpental Rd. In just 0.1 mile, take the first right, unmarked but featuring a Forest Service sign in Forest Service to the parking lot.
Trail Stats: 2700 foot gain and 12 miles roundtrip. If you go to Gravel and Ridge Lakes add another 3 miles roundtrip


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