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​​Lake 22 Hike | Seattle's Perfect Summer Escape 🏞️🌳​​

Our recent adventure to ​​Lake 22​​ (North Cascades, WA) proved to be the ideal summer hike - shaded, scenic, and just challenging enough to feel rewarding without being exhausting. Here's why this hidden gem should be on your hiking bucket list: 📍 ​​Location & Access:​​ Lake 22 Trailhead, North Cascades, WA (About 1 hour drive from Bellevue - perfect weekend getaway！) 💫 ​​Trail Highlights:​​ ✅ ​​90% Shaded Pathway​​ • Lush forest canopy provides perfect sun protection • Ideal for summer hikes when heat is a concern ✅ ​​Breathtaking Lake View​​ • Turquoise waters reflecting surrounding mountains • The payoff at the end makes every step worthwhile ✅ ​​Perfect Difficulty Level​​ • Moderate 4-mile roundtrip hike • Elevation gain of 1,000 feet • Challenging enough to feel accomplished but accessible for most ⚠️ ​​Important Seasonal Notice:​​ • Trail closed for maintenance July 15-October 31 on weekdays • Weekends remain open - plan accordingly！ 🍓 ​​Wild Berry Bonus:​​ • Raspberry bushes line the trail (especially near the lake) • Perfectly ripe for picking during summer months • Nature's candy - sweet with just the right tartness 🗓️ ​​Our Perfect Timing Strategy:​​ • Slept in, enjoyed brunch, arrived around 3PM • Benefits: Fewer crowds, easier parking, golden hour views 🚗 ​​Logistics to Know:​​ • 1-hour drive from Bellevue • Bring 1-2 bottles of water per person • Pack light snacks for energy • No restrooms along the trail - plan ahead！ #SeattleHiking #Lake22Adventure #SummerHiking #PacificNorthwest #ShadeLoverHike #WeekendGetaway #NatureTherapy #HikingInWashington #OutdoorAdventures #100DaysOfSummer

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​​Lake 22 Hike | Seattle's Perfect Summer Escape 🏞️🌳​​

Our recent adventure to ​​Lake 22​​ (North Cascades, WA) proved to be the ideal summer hike - shaded, scenic, and just challenging enough to feel rewarding without being exhausting. Here's why this hidden gem should be on your hiking bucket list: 📍 ​​Location & Access:​​ Lake 22 Trailhead, North Cascades, WA (About 1 hour drive from Bellevue - perfect weekend getaway！) 💫 ​​Trail Highlights:​​ ✅ ​​90% Shaded Pathway​​ • Lush forest canopy provides perfect sun protection • Ideal for summer hikes when heat is a concern ✅ ​​Breathtaking Lake View​​ • Turquoise waters reflecting surrounding mountains • The payoff at the end makes every step worthwhile ✅ ​​Perfect Difficulty Level​​ • Moderate 4-mile roundtrip hike • Elevation gain of 1,000 feet • Challenging enough to feel accomplished but accessible for most ⚠️ ​​Important Seasonal Notice:​​ • Trail closed for maintenance July 15-October 31 on weekdays • Weekends remain open - plan accordingly！ 🍓 ​​Wild Berry Bonus:​​ • Raspberry bushes line the trail (especially near the lake) • Perfectly ripe for picking during summer months • Nature's candy - sweet with just the right tartness 🗓️ ​​Our Perfect Timing Strategy:​​ • Slept in, enjoyed brunch, arrived around 3PM • Benefits: Fewer crowds, easier parking, golden hour views 🚗 ​​Logistics to Know:​​ • 1-hour drive from Bellevue • Bring 1-2 bottles of water per person • Pack light snacks for energy • No restrooms along the trail - plan ahead！ #SeattleHiking #Lake22Adventure #SummerHiking #PacificNorthwest #ShadeLoverHike #WeekendGetaway #NatureTherapy #HikingInWashington #OutdoorAdventures #100DaysOfSummer

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