Lake Creek Canyoneering Canyoning Caving
|
| Rating: |
Log in to rateLog in to rateLog in to rateLog in to rateLog in to rate 3.6 (3 ratings) |
|
|
| |
Raps:3, max ↨40ft | Overall: | 1-3h | |
|---|
| 5min | ⟷100ft | ↓50ft | | 1-2.5h | | | | 15min | ⟷0.2mi | ↑100ft |
No Shuttle:None Rock type:Basalt and Quartz |
|---|
| Location: |
|
|---|
| |
|---|
| Condition Reports: |
22 Oct 2025
"Went to explore another of the old canyoneering northwest routes that haven’t seen much love recently. You could cut off about 100yds of creek walki
(log in to submit report)
|
|---|
Weather: |
|
|---|
| Best season: |
Jul-Sep | winter | | spring | | summer | | fall |
|---|
| Dec | Jan | Feb | | Mar | Apr | May | | Jun | Jul | Aug | | Sep | Oct | Nov |
|
| Regions: |
|
https://web.archive.org/web/20210527212206/www.canyoneeringnorthwest.com/LakeCreek/Lake_Creek.php,http://ropewiki.com/User:Super_Amazing_Map?id=Lake_Creek_-_Washington
47.8749, -121.0483topo
GPS data automatically extracted from [], please visit their site for more detailed information.
Automatic GPS data extraction NOT allowed, please visit [] to download GPX.
Reference photos
22 Oct 2025:
Moderate-Low. A bit low, still fun but not very challenging (class C1- = a4-).
These reference pictures are used in the
Waterflow analysis to predict current conditions. More reference pictures will produce a more reliable prediction.
(log in to submit reference picture) | Welcome! Canyons in the Pacific Northwest can be different from those you might be used to. Be ready for unlinked bolts, retrievable traverse lines, and challenging aquatic environments. For more on local practices, and the best way to get started in the region, check out the WCC Safety page.
- Unlinked Bolts - groups should be comfortable rigging unlinked bolts, either temporarily linking them for all but the last person, or using a passive redundancy method. Most importantly, if you find two bolts side by side that are unlinked, do not add webbing to them. Linking bolts designed to be unlinked will likely cause damage during seasonal floods.
- Traverse Lines - many canyons are rigged to allow traverse line access to an exposed anchor station. This should be done using self-belay or team belay techniques. Do not leave fixed lines in the canyons.
- Challenging Environments - the highly aquatic nature of PNW canyons can surprise many. Cold temperatures, slippery rocks, loud waterfalls, and strong currents all lead to unexpected problems. Do not underestimate the need for strong team work and technical proficiency. Belays are frequently not possible. Unattended gear will sink or float away. Sliding and jumping is the cause of most major injuries, so it's critical to effectively communicating water depth & submerged hazards.
|
Introduction[edit]
Not to be confused with Lake Creek (Baker River)
A short but fun route near Leavenworth. Not really a destination canyon itself, but worthwhile if you’re in the area.
Approach[edit]
Park your car, suit up and navigate down the hill to the creek.
Descent[edit]
R1: 15’ from single bolt DCR
R1: 40' Single bolt DCR. Rappel into a deep pool. It would be worthwhile to explore this as a jump.
R2: 20’ DCL from single bolt in alcove.
Walk a short scenic section until the creek walls open up.
Once the walls open up, find a break in the foliage and ascend the hill through open forest back to the road, and turn right to head back to your car.
Red tape[edit]
Beta sites[edit]
Trip reports and media[edit]
Background[edit]
47.8749, -121.0483
Search nearby locations
Weather forecast
Waterflow
CanyoneeringNorthwest.com (archive.org) : Lake Creek