Flapjack Lakes via North Fork Skokomish River, Gladys Divide — Saturday, Jun. 8, 2024

We arrive at the trailhead about 8am, parking lot was about 1/2 full at that time and bathrooms were well stocked and clean. The North Fork Skokomish trail approaching the turn to Flapjack is wide and well-maintained - easy walking the whole way. Once you turn up towards Flapjack the trail becomes narrower and much steeper. Some trees were down across the trail, but they were fairly easy to navigate around. There were a few campers around the lake, but most sites were still open when we got there shortly before noon. We decided to continue up to Gladys Divide after talking with another group about the conditions. The trail up to Gladys is more overgrown and the snow starts in earnest about half way up. We used spikes and poles, which weren’t strictly necessary but did make it easier. There was a boot path through the snow which made navigation simple. The views from the divide were fantastic! We returned to Flapjack for a quick snack, a swim, and some time to bask in the sun before coming down. More campsites were filled when we returned to the lake. We got back to the car about 9pm. Total mileage 18.69. Fantastic big hike to celebrate the start of summer!