Lakeshore Trail Washington State

**jayf124** · 05-19-2012, 21:11

Great pics! Looks like you and your brother had a great time. I grew up in Washington (Whidbey Island) and sure do miss it. Heading up to do the Northern Loop Trail in August. Can't wait!

Thanks for posting.

Jay

**Curt** · 05-20-2012, 09:52

What timing! I'm heading there next weekend with a buddy for his 50th birthday. We figured it would be pretty hammock-friendly, but this is just perfect timing for a trip report.

This place has been on our list for almost 20 years, but the logistics always leave us finding another spot. Got our boat tickets booked and eager to go!

Is breakfast in Stehekin possible? It's hard to tell what's open and what's not. Any info on what's available there this time of year is appreciated.

Also, would you leave the bug netting at home entirely?

Thanks!

**Seracer** · 05-20-2012, 11:08

Hey Curt, I answered your question over at NWHikers, but will answer here as well:

Not sure about breakfast. If the lodge is open, I suspect they will have the restaurant open for breakfast, otherwise probably just lunches when the boat comes in. I know the Courtney's offer a breakfast, and I saw a bus that runs to their ranch up valley. Never have eaten there, but from what I hear it's outstanding.

I did not use bug netting at all, and if conditions don't change you would not need it either. But those darn little bugs hatch at the worst times.

Have fun!

UPDATE: Just looked and the lodge opened on Friday. Looks like you will have all amenities available (breakfast, lunch dinner) and the store open too.