Blankenship Lakes

Name: Blankenship Lakes
Rating: 3.7

South Cascades > White Pass/Cowlitz River Valley

46.7528, -121.3608 Map & Directions

Length: 7.0 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain: 1,170 feet
Highest Point: 5,290 feet
Calculated Difficulty About Calculated Difficulty: Moderate

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Dogs allowed on leash
Established campsites
Good for kids
Lakes
Wildflowers/Meadows

Parking Pass/Entry Fee

Northwest Forest Pass

Permits Required

Wilderness permit. Self-issue at trailhead (no fee)

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Hiking Blankenship Lakes

While some of the areas on your ascent might sound daunting (Mosquito Valley, anyone?), the destination is well worth the hike.

Pass through Blankenship Meadows about 2 miles from the trailhead, on the way to the Blankenship Lakes.

This trio of lakes make for a great destination especially for families learning to backpack. If your crew wants to continue, the trail network here is extensive. It's easy to continue your hike to the Sand Ridge Trail and beyond if you feel like adding a challenge.

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Blankenship Lakes

Map & Directions

Trailhead

Co-ordinates: 46.7528, -121.3608 Open in Google Maps