Pratt Lake sits within the Alpine Lakes Wilderness area of Snoqualmie National Forest, reached by hike-in access only. The lake is clear and cold, with trout activity reported by campers who have fished the area. Campfires are prohibited near the lake, so a camp stove is necessary. Potable water is available on-site. Crowding can occur, particularly in summer. Anglers and swimmers who can handle cold water tend to get the most out of this site, and those planning a multi-day loop can also look at campsites near Snoqualmie Pass to stage or extend their trip.
Description
This site is free, but hike in.
The Pratt Lake Trail leads to a number of areas, offering almost unlimited possibilities for hiking, fishing and scrambling. Pass the junction with Granite Mountain Trail 1016 at milepost 0.9. At three miles a junction on the left takes you to Talapus and Olallie Lakes within Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Both lakes are very popular day-hike destinations and heavily used. At milepost 4.0 the trail splits and Mount Defiance Trail 1009 continues straight along the ridge above Talapus Lake, whereas the Pratt Lake trail turns to the right, dropping into the Pratt Lake basin. The Pratt Lake Trail ends here, becoming Melakwa Trail 1011 near the Pratt Lake outlet at an unmarked junction with Pratt River Trail 1035. Camp here or continue to Lower Tuscohatchie Lake on the Melakwa Lake Trail for more camp spots if Pratt Lake is crowded. Please refer to Wilderness Regulations: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/mbs/specialplaces/?cid=fsbdev7_001639
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Map & DirectionsPratt Lake Hike In Campsite is located in Washington near Snoqualmie Pass
Directions
Hike in only
Coordinates
47.43957517 N
121.51134375 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Drinking Water
- Alcohol
- Pets
Drive Time
- 57 min from Seattle, WA
- 1 hr 36 min from Olympia, WA
- 1 hr 37 min from Bremerton, WA
- 2 hrs 29 min from Wenatchee, WA


