Erika Johnson

Just over 2 hours northeast of Seattle, Baker Lake is an often overlooked gem of the North Cascades. With 8+ miles of turquoise green water to explore, Baker Lake makes for a great day trip or overnight trip, with plenty of backcountry boat-in campsites and sandy beaches along the shore. You can launch your boat from one of a few car campgrounds on the western shore: Kulshan, Horseshoe Cove, Pa...