Friday Hike - Talapus & Olallie Lakes
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July 9, Talapus and Olallie Lakes
5.9 Miles, 1,193 Feet Elevation Gain
GAIA Map Link: https://www.gaiagps.com/map/?loc=13.4/-121.5159/47.4116&pubLink=cX1IZCweQhfQ8DmZOxk43LUy&trackId=b8c01dc985b1f91710dbe0368a04bc88f5e97ba5
Tenderfoot Trail Difficulty Index: 4.1/10
This event is $15 per person and is included for Tenderfoot Adventures annual members.
Payment information and registration details can be found at the bottom of this event description.
Few hikes combine accessibility, beauty, and reward as well as Talapus and Olallie Lakes. This 5.9-mile round-trip trail winds through a cool forest before revealing two alpine lakes that sparkle like gems tucked into the Snoqualmie Pass backcountry. It’s one of those crowd-pleasing hikes that feels just right — not too hard, not too long, and full of Northwest charm.
By July, the trail is generally snow-free and lined with summer greenery. Huckleberry bushes edge the path, the lakes are thawed, and the air is rich with the scent of pine. Talapus Lake makes a wonderful rest stop, and pushing on to Olallie adds just the right amount of adventure for those who want to linger longer.
This is a moderate trail with about 1,200 feet of elevation gain, but the switchbacks are gentle, and the terrain is friendly. It’s a great place for conversation, photography, and maybe even dipping your toes in the chilly alpine water.
We’ll meet at the Talapus Lake Trailhead at 9:15 am. Be sure to bring bug spray — July is prime mosquito season near Alpine Lakes. And as always, sturdy shoes and layers will keep you comfortable on the trail.
Talapus and Olallie Lakes — Washington Trails Association
We can meet in the far north end of the north parking lot at the Green Lake Park and Ride, and directly under the I-5 freeway at 8 am. Since we are heading east, we can also stop off at the Eastgate Outback Steakhouse at 8:30 am to either pick up additional riders or further coordinate rideshares. Rideshare for the day is $15 per person from the Green Lake Park and Ride and $11 per person from the Eastgate Outback Steakhouse, and is paid to the driver of the vehicle.
Green Lake Park n Ride: 8:00 am, $15
Eastgate Outback Steakhouse: 8:30 am, $11
Our estimated time of arrival at the trailhead is: 9:15 am
Yes, there are two separate fees regarding this event. The event fee, and then a rideshare if you are riding as a passenger with a driver.
Sorry, no doggies are allowed at any Tenderfoot Adventures events as per our insurance policy. We all love our fur babies, and I am sure that yours is amazing as well, but alas, there are no doggies allowed at any of our events.
If you have been with us for three or more events and would like to receive our weekly newsletter, which provides weekly insights into our events, exclusive invites to events that are not posted on Meetup or our website, and access to offers from our brand collaborations, please contact me at [email protected]
You can also check out our website at www.tenderfootadventures.net for a full overview of who we are and what we do.
You can also find us on
Instagram: @tenderfootadventure
Facebook: Tenderfoot Adventures
Pinterest: Tenderfoot Adventures
Payment for this event may be made via Venmo (@tenderfootadventures) or by Cash, Check, or Credit/Debit card in person on the day of the event, or I can even send an invoice via email and, upon request, through Square.com. I also accept Cash App ($tenderfootadventures) and Zelle ([email protected])
5.9 Miles, 1,193 Feet Elevation Gain
GAIA Map Link: https://www.gaiagps.com/map/?loc=13.4/-121.5159/47.4116&pubLink=cX1IZCweQhfQ8DmZOxk43LUy&trackId=b8c01dc985b1f91710dbe0368a04bc88f5e97ba5
Tenderfoot Trail Difficulty Index: 4.1/10
This event is $15 per person and is included for Tenderfoot Adventures annual members.
Payment information and registration details can be found at the bottom of this event description.
Few hikes combine accessibility, beauty, and reward as well as Talapus and Olallie Lakes. This 5.9-mile round-trip trail winds through a cool forest before revealing two alpine lakes that sparkle like gems tucked into the Snoqualmie Pass backcountry. It’s one of those crowd-pleasing hikes that feels just right — not too hard, not too long, and full of Northwest charm.
By July, the trail is generally snow-free and lined with summer greenery. Huckleberry bushes edge the path, the lakes are thawed, and the air is rich with the scent of pine. Talapus Lake makes a wonderful rest stop, and pushing on to Olallie adds just the right amount of adventure for those who want to linger longer.
This is a moderate trail with about 1,200 feet of elevation gain, but the switchbacks are gentle, and the terrain is friendly. It’s a great place for conversation, photography, and maybe even dipping your toes in the chilly alpine water.
We’ll meet at the Talapus Lake Trailhead at 9:15 am. Be sure to bring bug spray — July is prime mosquito season near Alpine Lakes. And as always, sturdy shoes and layers will keep you comfortable on the trail.
Talapus and Olallie Lakes — Washington Trails Association
We can meet in the far north end of the north parking lot at the Green Lake Park and Ride, and directly under the I-5 freeway at 8 am. Since we are heading east, we can also stop off at the Eastgate Outback Steakhouse at 8:30 am to either pick up additional riders or further coordinate rideshares. Rideshare for the day is $15 per person from the Green Lake Park and Ride and $11 per person from the Eastgate Outback Steakhouse, and is paid to the driver of the vehicle.
Green Lake Park n Ride: 8:00 am, $15
Eastgate Outback Steakhouse: 8:30 am, $11
Our estimated time of arrival at the trailhead is: 9:15 am
Yes, there are two separate fees regarding this event. The event fee, and then a rideshare if you are riding as a passenger with a driver.
Sorry, no doggies are allowed at any Tenderfoot Adventures events as per our insurance policy. We all love our fur babies, and I am sure that yours is amazing as well, but alas, there are no doggies allowed at any of our events.
If you have been with us for three or more events and would like to receive our weekly newsletter, which provides weekly insights into our events, exclusive invites to events that are not posted on Meetup or our website, and access to offers from our brand collaborations, please contact me at [email protected]
You can also check out our website at www.tenderfootadventures.net for a full overview of who we are and what we do.
You can also find us on
Instagram: @tenderfootadventure
Facebook: Tenderfoot Adventures
Pinterest: Tenderfoot Adventures
Payment for this event may be made via Venmo (@tenderfootadventures) or by Cash, Check, or Credit/Debit card in person on the day of the event, or I can even send an invoice via email and, upon request, through Square.com. I also accept Cash App ($tenderfootadventures) and Zelle ([email protected])
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Where is it happening?
Talapus Lake Trail, North Bend, WA 98045, United States, Snoqualmie Pass, United States
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