July 4, 2005 - Blanca Lake
Elevation Gain: 2700 ft in, 600 ft out Time (RT): 5 hours (including time at lake)
Distance (RT): 8 miles
Difficulty: Moderate (Consistent uphill grade)
Drive U.S. Highway 2, turning north at the Index turnoff. Drive 15 miles on North Fork Skykomish River Rd and turn left on Forest Road 63. Drive the gravel road two miles to the trailhead.