Spectacle Lake, Pete Lake & Beyond - Backpacking Trip in Washington's Alpine Lakes Wilderness, USA

Amazing views of the Cascades, crystal clear water, snow capped peaks, prolific wildflowers, and waterfalls! There are some serious water crossings to contend with but they are manageable if you are willing to get wet and have the right footwear. Article with full details and hiking options: https://savvyexploring.com/post/north... Full Trip Report from backpacking July 2nd-5th: https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-re... Map of approximate route with photos: https://www.gaiagps.com/public/pdccRg... Follow me on Facebook:   / savvyexploring   Pinterest:   / savvyexploring   Instagram:   / savvyexploring   Our Gear*: Camera (phone): https://amzn.to/4gGcisR Phone Tripod Mount: https://amzn.to/3SeRwDw Poles: https://amzn.to/2Ntdd6b Basics Packing List: https://savvyexploring.com/post/tipsn... Backpacking Packing list for this trip: https://savvyexploring.com/post/north... Dog Gear*: Cooling vest: https://amzn.to/4ecm9VY (lifesaver) Water bowl/bottle: https://amzn.to/3VsPZ1j (also a lifesaver) *Product Links: I am not sponsored by any of the products I link to. If you choose to make a purchase from one of the links of a product I listed or any other item a small percentage will go back to me to fund this website, at no additional cost to you. The products I link to are either ones I have used or similar if those are not available. Thank you for your support. 0:00 Hike to Pete Lake 1:08 Pete Lake Camp 1:56 Lemah Creek Options & Ford 3:50 Lemah Meadow Trail 4:37 Log crossing 5:49 Main trail 6:53 Waterfall 7:30 Spectacle Lake Basin 9:11 PCT above Spectacle

Five days in Washington's Alpine Lakes Wilderness
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Five days in Washington's Alpine Lakes Wilderness

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Backpacking Beyond the Crowds to a Forgotten Alpine Lake!

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LEAVENWORTH, WA | 10 Awesome Things to Do In & Around Leavenworth

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Waptus, Spade, and Venus Lakes Hike - Backpacking Trip in Washington's Alpine Lakes Wilderness, USA

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Spectacle Lake is STUNNING | Backpacking the Alpine Lakes Wilderness

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DAY 1: First Solo Backpacking Trip: Alpine Lakes Wilderness — 3 Days · 14.4 miles · 3,786 ft ascent

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Pete Lake | Alpine Lakes Wilderness, Washington
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Pete Lake | Alpine Lakes Wilderness, Washington