Hester Lake Trail #1005.1
| Trail Uses |  |
Length | 2.5 miles on Trail #1005.1 and 3 .0 miles on Trail #1005 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season of Use | Summer / Fall | Beginning Elevation | 2900 feet |
| Visitor Use | Medium | Ending Elevation | 3900 feet |
| Map(s) | Green Trails #175, Skykomish | Level of Difficulty | More Difficult |
Access:
I-90 to exit #34. Turn north on 468th Avenue. In 0.6 mile turn right onto SE Middle Fork Road #56. Stay on Road #56 for 12.2 miles; turn right to continue on Road #56. In 1.0 mile Road #56 turns left. Continue for approximately 5.0 miles to the Dingford Creek trailhead on the left side (parking is on the right side).
Hike the Dingford Creek Trail #1005 for 3.0 miles to the junction, where the Hester Lake Trail goes to the right.
Attractions & Considerations:
From the junction the trail continues at a gradual grade. It immediately crosses 2 forks of Dingford Creek, a crossing that may require wet feet. Just beyond Dingford Creek the trail may be hard to find due to washouts. The trail climbs gradually for about 2.0 miles then switchbacks to a bench below Mt. Price. Hester Lake sits in this narrow valley. There are several campsites near the lake.
Notes:
- A Northwest Forest Pass is required for each vehicle parked at the trailhead.
- NO campfires allowed.
- The trail is closed to motorized vehicles, bicycles and stock.
- Dogs must be on a leash.