This is a hard hike. I saw people doing it as a day hike, and I was surprised. But it has some of the most incredible scenery in the PNW. From the forests, to the alpine meadows, to the lake, and up, all the way to the campsite. Permits are required. Camping at the base of a glacier is something I would recommend for anyone. The views are incredible, well worth the hike. I explored the area up there, and followed a glacier stream. It's a spectacular spot.