Emerald Lake (Washington)
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LocationKing County, Washington, United States
BasincountriesUnited States
Surface area2.6 acres (0.011 km2)[1]
| Emerald Lake | |
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 Emerald Lake in September 2024 | |
  Emerald Lake  Emerald Lake | |
| Location | King County, Washington, United States |
| Coordinates | 47°34′49″N 121°15′19″W / 47.5801613°N 121.2554089°W |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface area | 2.6 acres (0.011 km2)[1] |
| Surface elevation | 4,708 ft (1,435 m)[2] |
Emerald Lake is a freshwater lake located on the western region of the Alpine Lakes Wilderness, in King County, Washington. It is one of three lakes that are connected by stream which together form the Neckelace Valley Lakes. Emerald Lake and its surrounding lakes and peaks are a popular area for hiking, swimming, and fishing cutthroat trout and rainbow trout.[1] Self-issued Alpine Lake Wilderness permit required for transit within the Necklace Valley area.[3]
