Ira Spring Trail - Mason Lake
Snoqualmie Region
As of May 7, 2026, Ira Spring Trail to Mason Lake is experiencing typical PNW spring conditions. The road to the trailhead is largely passable, though sections may be rough with trenches; drive slowly. The lower trail is in good shape with some blowdowns near the start and occasional muddy areas, especially closer to the lake. Snow patches are present, particularly as you descend to the lake basin, but are generally easy to navigate around or cross. Expect cold, potentially foggy conditions at Mason Lake, even with warmer, sunnier stretches on the upper trail or during the descent. Hikers have reported good views on the way up but socked-in conditions at the lake on some days. Parking was moderate to busy on recent weekends.
generated from 77 reports
Conditions at a Glance
Trail
Trail in good condition
2 of 3
Snow
Trail snow-covered at times - gear and expertise recommended
1 of 3
Road
Road impassable/closed
2 of 3
Bugs
No bugs
3 of 3
Sources
This is really a report on dashed expectations. I had visions of a lovely warm lunch by an uncrowded sun-dappled lake, or failing that hiking in the sunshine with glorious views above puffy clouds. ...
A lovely mountain lake at relatively low elevation, easily accessible from Seattle, and a beautiful spring day. Approximately ten million people had the same idea to go to Mason Lake. Still great. But...
The graveled road was in far better shape than in times past. Any vehicle can make it with enough patience and attention. The parking area had little more than half a dozen cars at 8:30 am.The trailhe...
We hiked to Mason lake on 4/28/2026. The road to the trailhead was open and easily passable. The trail is in good condition, with some minor blow-downs and some muddy areas near the lake. There are ...
Occasional snow patches when hiking down into the lake basin, easy to walk across or walk around. Trail was in great shape besides a couple trees down towards the very beginning.
Drove up the closed NF road all the way up to the trail head / bathrooms. Road in passable conditions with few rocky spots and potholes.
The hike up towards the ridge line separating I90 and Mason Lake was snow-free. Once you passed it, the snow started to become an issue. There were well defined walking paths, but you should at least ...
Started at 8:30am from exit 42 at the end of Tinkham road. There were 13 additional cars by the time we got back.The connector trail was in good shape given the tree damage that recently happened. Tha...
Was basically a spring hike without the spring flowers today to Mason Lake. There’s a small cluster of huge fallen trees right after the official Ira Spring trailhead that I included a photo of for th...
Did a quick hike to Mason Lake via Ira Spring trail. Since the road to the trailhead is closed, I parked at Exit 42 (Tinkham road) on the north side and took the ~0.7mi 500ft elevation gain connector ...
Want to ask something specific about Ira Spring Trail - Mason Lake?
Use AI-powered search to dig into trip reports for this trail.
Search Ira Spring Trail - Mason Lake