The first mile of this trail is very popular on hot summer days, because it runs right along Denny Creek. There were dozens of kids playing in the water where the trail crosses the stream.
I made my way up to Melakwa Lake on this hot Sunday afternoon, pausing frequently to drink from my water bottle. As I huffed and puffed up to Melakwa Pass, I thought it would be a great idea to stop and swim in Chair Peak Lake. I quickly decided against this plan, however, when I discovered that much of the lake was still covered with ice!
The view from the top of Kaleetan was spectacular. I met two other guys on the summit, and they told me about an alternate route that starts right at Melakwa Lake. I managed to follow this different route on the way down, and went for a swim in the lake. I drank all of my water on the way up, so I suffered mightily on the way back to the car.
Popularity: 4% [?]
