Waterproof hiker with deep multidirectional lugs
Start with the footwear shape suggested by the route surface, grade and exposure.
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Lake 22 Trail
A famously wet forest hike with mud, roots and rocky drainage crossings.
TERRAINRoots, mud, rock and boardwalk
WATER SIGNALWet
PRIMARY SEASONLate spring–fall
BOOT SIGNALWaterproof hiker with deep multidirectional lugs
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TRAIL-TO-BOOT MATCH
Three ways to build the footwear shortlist.
Waterproof version
Use this lane when the official forecast and trail report point to wet footing.
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Useful starting gear for a moderate 5.4-mile route.
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THE ROUTE READ
What the numbers mean for your feet.
At about 5.4 miles with roughly 1,400 feet of gain, Lake 22 Trail is a moderate outing. The listed numbers are planning approximations, not a substitute for the current official map or route notice.
Surface and support
Roots, mud, rock and boardwalk. That surface points toward waterproof hiker with deep multidirectional lugs. A secure heel matters on climbing. Descending adds toe impact, so verify front clearance on an incline before the hike.
Pack for the harder half
- Rain shell
- Gaiters
- Dry socks
Also carry the standard hiking essentials appropriate to your group, season and route. Weather, daylight, water availability and individual needs can materially change the list.
Verify before leaving
Conditions, closures, permits, shuttles and access rules change. Open the official land-manager page on the day you finalize the plan.
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