Robin Lakes
Aug 20, 2009
by
dadn
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last modified
Aug 21, 2009 07:21 PM
- Type of Outing
- Overnight
- Read More in our Hiking Guide
- Hike: Robin Lakes
- Region: Snoqualmie Pass -- Salmon La Sac/Teanaway
- Trails: Robin Lakes (#1376.1)
- Avg Rating: 4.25
- Be Aware Of
- Blowdowns
- Mudholes
- Bugs
Beauiful, clear, HOT day for a hike/climb. First 4 miles are along a 'trail' that is in fine condition and has a lot of new boardwalks being constructed at the north end of Hyas lake. Several small stream crossings and many campsites along the way. Then, there's a sign on a tree on the right side of the trail pointing to Tuck and Robin lakes. The 'trail' (at least how I define it) seems to end about 1/4 mile after you take the 'trail'. It's UP with roots and rocks to Tuck Lake. Almost as beautiful as the Robin Lakes. From Tuck, if you think you've gone UP, there's even more to get to Robin. There is no 'trail' other than a few cairns in every direction...plan on getting on the wrong 'trail' a few times. I was exhausted carrying my 35lb pack up the boulders and hanging onto whatever branches/trees that were available. Robin lakes are spectacular. Many campsites were occupied but there was one I found between the two largest lakes that was perfect. I had mosquito lasagna for dinner and raced to bed. Next morning I was awakened at 6:00am (too early for me) by a baby crying...not human...a baby mountain goat. Got out and talked to it and here comes MOM. I backed toward the lake in case she got protective but the baby ran to Mom and I was safe. Then all the relatives appeared and I had a great time taking pictures. Only snow remaining is along the lake side of Granite Mtn..nothing to walk over. Enjoyed a mosquito/fly granola breakfast and took the day exploring and then back out. Thanks to WTA, ALL 'trails' aren't like this...but once in a while, I'll continue to abuse myself !....great 'hike' ! Oh, just remembered to say that the 12? mile dirt/rock/chuckhole/?><": road is not for low cars or people who like their cars.
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