Hiking · Mountain views · Rattlesnake Lake, North Bend area

Rattlesnake Ledge Summit Hike

A steep forest climb to an exposed ledge overlooking Rattlesnake Lake and the Cascade foothills.

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Rattlesnake Ledge from Rattlesnake Lake
Ron ClausenCC BY-SA 4.0
Before you go

Severe unfenced cliff exposure at the ledge. This is the most consequential hazard in the Seattle set — treat the edge as the whole safety plan, not a detail.

Time needed
2–3 hrs
Distance
4 mi
Difficulty
Moderate
Cost
Free
Booking
Not needed
Where
Seattle
The experience

What to expect

A steep forest climb to an exposed ledge overlooking Rattlesnake Lake and the Cascade foothills.

Location
Rattlesnake Lake, North Bend area
Activity
Hiking · Mountain views
Difficulty
Moderate
Cost
No trailhead fee listed for the standard Rattlesnake Lake approach
Booking
Not required
Best season
Year-round with weather-appropriate preparation

Conditions and cautions

The ledge has severe exposure. Keep children and dogs back from cliff edges and verify current conditions.

Make the plan work

Plan your visit

Check the official source for current access, booking, and conditions. Then use the map and directions to plan your arrival.

Details to check before you go

These fields are part of the full listing standard and are not filled in for this adventure. Rather than guess at them, we are naming the gap — check the official source above for anything here that affects your plan.

  • Parking capacity
  • Restrooms
  • Winter traction needs
  • Dog policy