Tunnel Creek
May 31, 2009
by
echotess
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last modified
May 31, 2009 06:38 PM
- Type of Outing
- Day hike
- Read More in our Hiking Guide
- Hike: Tunnel Creek
- Region: Olympics -- East
- Agency: Olympic National Forest, Quilcene Ranger District
- Trails: Tunnel Creek (#841)
- Avg Rating: 3.12
- Be Aware Of
- Snow on trail
We started this hike from the Penny creek rd. side. The trail was clear all the way until you get right in front of Harrison Lake. At this point there is still snow on the trail, but not so much that you cant determine how to get to the lake. I wouldnt recommend going farther than the lake, the snow starts to get deep here. The lake is still frozen so it is more of a snow field. WTA was out doing clean up Kudos to these guys! They helped us to decide whether or not to keep going to the lake. This hike is STRENUOUS, not for beginners or young children. It is 4.1 miles to the lake at a 20%+ grade most of the way. Harrison lake was beautiful and definately worth the hike. The best way to do this would be to hike in the 3 miles to the shelter ( campsite ) and then go to the lake the next day and come down, but pack lightly.
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