Shoe Lake via PCT
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Route Description for Shoe Lake via PCT
The views en route to Shoe Lake via the Pacific Crest Trail are wonderful, and this trail is the ideal way to spend an entire day in nature. With lakes, mountains, and forest to explore, it’s a lovely trip.
Begin from the PCT trailhead across from the campground. You’ll have some elevation to gain early on, switchbacking to about 1650m. The path then levels out a bit as you pass Pigtail Peak and head towards Hogback Mountain.
A few last switchbacks take you to Shoe Lake. The trail does extend to allow you to do a full loop and reconnect with the main trail, or you can turn around at the lakeshore and retrace your steps to the trailhead.
Getting to the Shoe Lake via PCT Trailhead
The trailhead for the Shoe Lake via PCT hike is on Highway 12 across from the White Pass Campground.Route Information
Backcountry Campground:
White Pass Campground
When to do:
June-October
Pets allowed:
Yes - On Leash
Family friendly:
No
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Moderate
Route Type:
Out and back
Shoe Lake via PCT Elevation Graph
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