Lakeshore Trail #1247

The trail follows the shore of Lake Chelan, and most of this it is in the Lake Chelan-Sawtooth Wilderness. Hikers can begin at the National Recreation Area trailhead in Stehekin, at Prince Creek, or as a shorter hike from Moore Point. 

• It can be hiked as early as April 1 and is usually maintained by early May. Spring is the busiest time for use of the trail. It is an especially nice hike in the spring and fall as it can get hot and dusty mid-summer.
• Rattlesnakes and ticks are common along the trail (but not frequent).
• Camping facilities (table, fire grates, and toilets) are provided at Prince Creek, Cascade Creek, Meadow Creek Shelter, Moore Point, and Flick Creek. Do not camp on private land which is usually signed. Due to the potential risk of debris flows or flooding from burn scars up drainage, Moore Point and Cascade Creek campgrounds are closed.
• No permits are needed to hike or camp along the Lakeshore Trail. However, camping within the National Recreation Area may require a permit (except Flick Creek). If you plan to camp near Stehekin, you need to book a campsite on recreation.gov before your arrival.
• Access to water is not a problem, but water should be treated.
• Stream crossings can be hazardous during peak runoff in the spring.
• This trail is only accessible by boat or ferry. There are two commercial ferry services available. Contact the ferry companies before your trip as they may not stop at a location unless previously requested.
• Using a personal boat is another option to get to this trail by docking at Prince Creek or Moore Point Forest Service Docks. There is a fee involved for using these docks.