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Island Lake via Ira Spring Trail, Mason Lake and Mount Defiance Trail in Alpine Lakes Wilderness

  • Distance: 5.2 mi
  • Elevation gain: 2,687 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 4,472 ft
  • Elevation loss: 551 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 2,139 ft
  • Moving time: 2 h 20 m
  • Moving speed: 2.2 mph
  • Maximum speed: 10.8 mph
  • Total time: 3 h 55 m
  • Global speed: 1.3 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 5.2 mi
  • Elevation gain: 2,687 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 4,472 ft
  • Elevation loss: 551 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 2,139 ft
  • Moving time: 2 h 20 m
  • Moving speed: 2.2 mph
  • Maximum speed: 10.8 mph
  • Total time: 3 h 55 m
  • Global speed: 1.3 mph

About this trail

Name: Island Lake via Ira Spring Trail, Mason Lake and Mount Defiance Trail in Alpine Lakes Wilderness trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Ira Spring Trailhead, Mason Lake Road, King County, Washington, United States (47.42473 -121.58350)

End: Island Lake Trail, King County, Washington, United States (47.42156 -121.53613)

Coordinates: 47.41486 -121.58661 47.42758 -121.53306

Topography: King County topographic map, elevation, terrain

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Gear up for your next adventure:

🥾Men's Hiking Boots - Durable, waterproof footwear for rugged terrain and steep inclines
💧Water Filtration Bottles - Safely drink from streams and lakes while exploring
🪶Wildlife Field Guides - Learn animal tracking and species ID
🧼Biodegradable Camping Soap - Eco‑friendly soap for outdoor hygiene
📱Solar Portable Charger - Solar power bank for charging devices off‑grid

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