Hiking · Mountain views · Rattlesnake Lake, North Bend area
Rattlesnake Ledge Summit Hike
A steep forest climb to an exposed ledge overlooking Rattlesnake Lake and the Cascade foothills.
Severe unfenced cliff exposure at the ledge. This is the most consequential hazard in the Seattle set — treat the edge as the whole safety plan, not a detail.
What it is
A steep forest climb to an exposed ledge overlooking Rattlesnake Lake and the Cascade foothills.
- LocationRattlesnake Lake, North Bend area
- ActivityHiking · Mountain views
- DifficultyModerate
- CostNo trailhead fee listed for the standard Rattlesnake Lake approach
- BookingNot required
- Best seasonYear-round with weather-appropriate preparation
Conditions and cautions
The ledge has severe exposure. Keep children and dogs back from cliff edges and verify current conditions.
Plan your visit
We link out rather than copying details that change. These are the sources worth checking before you commit to the drive.
- View on Google MapsFind the location and check current hours and reviews
- Get directionsDrive time from wherever you are starting
- View "Rattlesnake Ledge Trail" on AllTrails4.7★ · 5.6 mi · recent trail reports and GPS tracks
- Washington Trails Association — official pageThe source this listing was verified against
What we have not researched yet
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- Parking capacity
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- Winter traction needs
- Dog policy
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