![]() The Forest Service requires an NW Forest Pass for parking. This parking lot fills up quickly on weekends, so make sure to arrive early to secure parking. Turn right on Mount Index Dr and take the gravel road up to the trailhead. Getting There: Head north on I-5 to Everett and then take Highway 2 to Gold Bar. Stairs interspaced between sections of the trail provide a sense of relief from the uneven ground. As with all Seattle day hikes, be sure to pack a rain jacket in case the weather changes. Watch your step as you begin heading up the switchbacks, up and up until you reach the lake. You won’t want to head back uphill on the way back! After the side trail to the falls, the trail turns into a jumble of roots and boulders. It’s only a half-mile up to the falls, but do this on the way to the lake. About a mile and a half in, you reach the turnoff to head up to Bridalveil Falls. The trail begins on a road-grade gravel path that winds up through western red cedars and Douglas firs. Water tumbles down the slick granite cliff, and if you squint, you can imagine the water flowing into a veil-like shape. The hike to Lake Serene includes an offshoot trail to Bridalveil Falls, one of the best waterfall hikes near Seattle. ![]() It’s worth a dip in the cool, clear water after the sweaty hike up! ![]() The trail concludes at an alpine lake beneath the towering face of Mount Index. Hike to Lake Serene for a challenging uphill hike with views out over the Skykomish valley. Best Seattle Day Hikes Lake Serene/Bridalveil Falls
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