Rachel Lake — Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2005

Snoqualmie Region > Snoqualmie Pass

Got an early start on a day that was supposed to be in the 90s. Got on the trail at 7:00 am, and was the only person all the way to Rachel. Went swimming and rested, then continued up the trail to the saddle, took a right at the junction, and on to Lila Lakes. A couple of the smaller ""lakes"" or ponds were thoroughly dried out. There was one party of four already at the main lake, who had spent the night. Swam out to the little island, had a bite to eat, then returned to Rachel Lake for lunch. Lots of bugs (seems to be the story this year)--particularly flies. A great, very hot day. Returned to the city to deal with Blue Angel traffic! How I wanted to be back swimming in Lila Lake!