Picture Lake Path In Washington Leads To One Of The Most Scenic Views In The State
Who wouldn’t love a boardwalk hike to one of Washington’s best scenic views? This short and easy trail is built for the whole family, and worth a visit in any season. Grab that travel bucket list, and start planning for a trip out near Deming, Washington for this picture perfect scenery.
Welcome to a picture perfect adventure, Picture Lake Path in Mount Baker National Forest. This boardwalk view is stunning and the hike is short, so it's perfect to add onto a longer road trip for a bit of extra beauty.
Aptly named, Picture Lake Path is a stunning hike with picture perfect views of the lake and mountains. If you've ever seen a Bob Ross painting like this and fallen in love, this is the real version you can see in person.
The trail is a half mile loop, and easily navigated on the paved and boardwalk paths. Recommended visiting months are June to November, but it certainly is beautiful in any season you are able to hike it in.
Whether you hike alone or with a group or family, this short trail is a must-see for anyone who loves scenery and photography. Catch a great view of Mt. Shuksan and the surrounding area.
The boardwalk and paved trail is marked as wheelchair and stroller friendly, though all-terrain wheels may be needed for the short gravel or packed dirt areas. The paths are typically at least three feet wide. Accessible parking spaces may be limited or not available.
Make sure you enjoy every moment of this beautiful area, but leave nothing behind. Any food waste or trash should always go back to your car with you in order to keep this natural beauty as natural as possible.
For more information about the trail, weather updates, and reviews, check out the Picture Lake Path AllTrails page. It’s worth a spot on your travel bucket list, for sure.
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Born and raised Kansan, Clarisa has lived in both tiny towns and cities during their time here in the Sunflower State. As a busy mother of one crazy kid, two cats, and two geckos, they write whenever there is spare time.
