Nate Deschaine

Nate Deschaine

Mason Lake via Ira Spring

07/24/17

It took our group around 2 hours to hike to Mason lake. The steady incline that starts around a mile from the trail head is a good test of endurance. After about the half way point you are mostly exposed so be prepared with some sun screen on clear days and a camera at the ready for great views of Mt. Rainer. Once at Mason Lake there are some nice designated camping sites along trail said of the lake. Bring your bathing suit to cool off as the lake water is surprisingly warm for being at 4k ft. Beware of the bugs though as they got quite heavy.

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