Alta Peak is a classic summit that is located in the Alpine Lakes Region. Home to stellar views, Alta Peak is a popular destination for those want to bag a beautiful peak along with checking out the amazing Rachel Lake. One of the major advantages of this mountain is that it is only 12 miles roundtrip and the technical difficulty of this peak during summer is barely Class 2, with only one small section of exposure on a narrow ridge near the top. In summer this narrow ridge will only require one to use a little caution on their way to the summit. However with a coating of snow this mountain can get very sketchy very quick. It is an ideal late summer-early fall summit to go for because the trail up is then snow-free and the berries are out towards the high country.

As you pass Lake Lillian, there is a short steep pitch that travels along the lakes edge and requires more sure-footedness.

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Elevation 1,870 m

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Location: Kittitas County, Washington, United States

Alta Mountain Summit

1. Alta Mountain Trail via Lake Lillian Trail — Alpine Lakes Wilderness

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