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Mount Defiance via Old Mason Lake Trail

based on 30 tracks & routes #350 hike out of 988 in
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4.4 mi
Distance
1 hrs 38 min
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terrain
3,898 ft
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Overview

This is a difficult one way trail to Mount Defiance in Alpine Lakes Wilderness.

This trail goes by Ira Spring Trail.

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    ★★★★★

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    4 months, 3 weeks ago
    One of the best I-90 hikes with great views of Rainier, Baker, and Adams on a clear day. Can also see the peaks around the Enchantments, the Olympic range, and North Cascades. In summer, a swim in Mason Lake after climbing Defiance is divine.
    ★ ★ ★ ★

Public Tracks

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BraveGaiters2004 5 years, 2 months ago
Mount Defiance
Trip from Bandera False Peak to Mount Defiance Peak to Ira Spring Trailhead.

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