Still a Little Longer Before Access to Enchantments Gets Easier

Outdoor adventurers are going to have to wait a little bit longer to explore the Enchantments for the season.

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest Public Affairs Officer Robin Demario says there is still a lot of snow.

"The road leading to Eightmile Lake and Stuart Lake trailheads will probably open in early June after the snow has melted off and the roads have had a chance to dry out.  The trail to Snow Lake is dry for the first few miles then you will encounter snowfields as you continue up in elevation.  People hiking into higher elevations should carry snow travel equipment, such as snowshoes.

More campgrounds are opening however though some rock climbing in the Tumwater Canyon is closed because of raptors nesting.

Contact your local ranger district for more information.