Create an account

Start your adventure today.

    0

    Already a member? Login

    Echo Lake via Greenwater Trail

    Difficulty
    This reflects the 10Adventures difficulty rating for each route. We aim to keep ratings consistent across regions.
    Moderate
    Duration
    This reflects the estimated time the majority of users will take on this trail. If you are slower, add time to the top-end figure. If you are fast, then you may complete this route faster than this time range.
    6-8.5h
    Distance
    This reflects the return distance of this route as measured by the GPS file.
    22.2 km
    Elevation
    This reflects the total elevation gained throughout this route as measured by the GPS file. This includes all ascents and descents, and is higher than what is quoted in most route guides, which simply measure the distance between the starting-point and high-point of the route.
    713 m
    User Ratings
    These ratings are completed by users who have completed this trail and not subject to reviews by 10Adventures.
    Be the first to add a review!
    Directions to Trailhead

    The hike to Echo Lake via Greenwater Trail is an enjoyable trek with moderate traffic in Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest that is rated as moderate. While this might be a longer hike, the elevation gain is somewhat spread out, making it suitable for intermediate hikers. This trail is also great for short backpacking adventures because of the two camping areas you’ll have access to.

    Download the 10Adventures App

    View Echo Lake via Greenwater Trail on Map

    View Map

    Join our newsletter

    Get a weekly dose of discounts and inspiration for adventure lovers

    Route Description for Echo Lake via Greenwater Trail

    Echo Lake can be accessed on Greenwater Lakes Trail, which also allows you to see Greenwater Lakes and the surrounding mountains. The trail is well-kept and easy to follow, providing no technical challenges or major considerations unless it’s early in the season and snow might be obscuring the trail in sections.

    Begin by taking the Greenwater Lakes Trail south from the parking lot. Following alongside (and crossing) Meadow Creek, enjoy the babbling water. You’ll arrive at Greenwater Lakes, continuing past them to dip south over Meadow Creek, passing the Lost Creek Backpacking Site.

    Coming to a fork in the trail, keep left. A moderate section eventually gives way to a bit of climb up to Echo Lake. The trail wraps around the south end of the lake. This area is recovering from the Norse Peak Fire, so the landscape is likely to change consistently in the coming years.

    You can keep going on this trail, but this is the turnaround point for most. Retrace your steps to the trailhead.

    Getting to the Echo Lake via Greenwater Trail Trailhead

    The trailhead for Echo Lake via Greenwater Trail is off Greenwater Road in the signed trailhead parking area.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      Greenwater Lakes Backcountry, Lost Creek Backpacking Site

    • When to do

      June-October

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      Older Children only

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Moderate

    • Route Type

      Out and back

    Echo Lake via Greenwater Trail Elevation Graph

    Weather Forecast

    Check Area Weather

    Echo Lake via Greenwater Trail Reviews

    Add a comment

    You must be logged in to post a comment.

    Nearby Trails

    Nearby Regions

    Get travel inspiration and discounts

    Join our weekly travel newsletter