Some trails are simply worth hiking repeatedly. And whether you’re a veteran or a beginner hiker, you’ll love the scenery on the Anderson and Watson Lakes Trail so much, you’ll be ready to hike it again the moment you’ve finished (or at least after a rest).
This trail features plenty of variety.
Mitch Campbell / alltrails.com From hemlock forest to meadows dotted with wildflowers, mountain views and, of course, gleaming lakes, you’ll see a variety of natural beauty.
At about 5 miles in length (out and back), this is a reasonable trail that almost anyone can attempt.
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The trail is well-marked and easily accessible, so you won’t have to worry about veering off course.
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There is one bummer about this area - the bugs love it, too.
Mitch Campbell / alltrails.com Take plenty of bug spray with you and be prepared.
We promise, the views are worth it.
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The Anderson and Watson Lakes Trail is located near Concrete.
Tombi Ericson / alltrails.com From Sedro-Woolley, you’ll follow State Route 20 east for 17 miles to milepost 82. Turn left on Baker Lake Highway, continue to the Baker Dam Road and turn right. You’ll cross a dam, take a left on Road #1107, then turn left on Road #1107022.
Make sure you leave enough room in your summer schedule for a few beautiful Washington hikes. These trails are all under 5 miles in length.
Mitch Campbell / alltrails.com
From hemlock forest to meadows dotted with wildflowers, mountain views and, of course, gleaming lakes, you’ll see a variety of natural beauty.
Jim Barlow / alltrails.com
Charles Boroughs / alltrails.com
Mitch Campbell / alltrails.com
Take plenty of bug spray with you and be prepared.
Olivier Destrebecq / alltrails.com
Tombi Ericson / alltrails.com
From Sedro-Woolley, you’ll follow State Route 20 east for 17 miles to milepost 82. Turn left on Baker Lake Highway, continue to the Baker Dam Road and turn right. You’ll cross a dam, take a left on Road #1107, then turn left on Road #1107022.
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