Image Lake

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Originally called ‘Mirror Lake,’ its name was changed to ‘Image Lake ’ on April 10, 1940, by Hugh Ritter and Rudo Fromme, who were employees of the US Forest Service. This glacier made lake is enclosed by Plummer Peak in the east and Glacier Peak in the north, and its outlet provides a spectacular view of the latter(hence the name). It is located in the North Cascades of Washington, United States. Its temperate alpine vegetation is a haven for wild flora and fauna. There is also archaeological evidence pointing to the fact that Native Americans once inhabited the area seasonally more than 8500 years ago. The Lake is accessible from the Suiattle River Road. Image Lake Map

Address: Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Darrington Ranger District, WA