Independence Lake Trail #712

Mt. Baker – Snoqualmie National Forest

Home Definitions How Much Sites Independence Lake Mountain Loop Hwy Back to Everett Area Page	This more difficult 0.7 mi. long trail drops and then rises for a net gain of 100 feet in elevation. The trail begins by going through a section of forest planted in 1961 and then enters old growth forest. There are campsites on the north and south end of the lake. There is a back country toilet facility at the north end of the lake. A Northwest Forest Pass is required for each vehicle parked at the trailhead.
	Mt. Baker – Snoqualmie National Forest Independence Lake Trail #712 http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/mbs/recreation/activities/trails/drd/drd_0712.htm
	Directions: At milepost 61.8 on our Mountain Loop Highway guide turn right (north) onto the Coal Lake Road #4060. Proceed 4.8 miles up the Coal Lake Road to the trailhead at the end of the road. The Coal Lake Road is also 15.0 mi. east of the Verlot Public Service Center. Recreationists are reminded that a Northwest Forest Pass is required at trailheads in the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Hikers can buy a $30 annual pass or a $5 day pass at Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest Ranger Stations. Passes are also available at local vendors or can be ordered by calling (toll free) 1-800-270-7504 or ordered on-line through Nature of the Northwest.

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