Chelan Lakeshore Trail — Wednesday, Jun. 22, 2022

Day 1: Prince Creek to Moore Point (11.5 miles)

I took the ferry from Chelan to Prince Creek.  I arrived at Prince Creek around 10:30 AM.  The air was warm, the day was sunny but there was a nice breeze off the lake so it never felt hot.  You are exposed to the sun for most of this trip, so be sure to cover up and use sunscreen.  While most people head north, I did see a few people heading south from Stehekin.  Right after the group warned my to be on the lookout for rattlesnakes, I came across two on the trail.  Both were not aggressive at all.  As soon as they noticed my presence, they bolted off the trail.  I naturally hike with my head down, but this is one hike where you don't want to step on the wrong thing.  It can come back to bite you, so they say...

Anyway, the views were stunning.  The lake is in view nearly the whole time.  The aqua blue color of the lake just adds to the beauty.  I had to stop several times to take a moment to appreciate what my eyes could behold.  The trail was in very good shape.

I arrived at Moore Point and made camp for the night.  There were a few others camped there and all were pleasant.  All the main camps have bear boxes which made food storage very easy.

Day 2: Moore Point to Stehekin (7.5 miles)

I got up early at 4:30AM.  I wanted to be hiking by 5:30AM since I had a 12:30PM ferry and I wanted some time to explore Stehekin.  After leaving Moore Point, there is a climb up to one of the highest points of the trail.  This was my favorite area of the trail.  Views were incredible.  You can tell this section gets a little more rain than the south end as its a little greener.  The trails hugs the shoreline in many places making for pleasant hiking.  I made it to Stehekin around 9AM.  First thing I did was grab my rental bike and head straight for the Stehekin Pastry Company.  I couldn't decide between the quiche and the cinnamon roll, so I decided that I'd have to get both.  I didn't regret that choice, both were amazing.  What a cool town, Stehekin.

My only regret is that I should have stayed the night and camped in Stehekin as there were more areas I wanted to explore.  I guess, I'll just have to come back.  Overall, I very much enjoyed this trip and will plan to do it again.