Jade Lake
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LocationKing County, Washington, United States
BasincountriesUnited States
Surface area3.8 acres (0.015 km2)[1]
| Jade Lake | |
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Jade Lake in September 2024 | |
| Location | King County, Washington, United States |
| Coordinates | 47°35′05″N 121°15′28″W / 47.5848223°N 121.2578165°W |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface area | 3.8 acres (0.015 km2)[1] |
| Surface elevation | 4,613 ft (1,406 m)[2] |
Jade Lake, also known as Necklace Valley First Lake, is a freshwater lake located on the western region of the Alpine Lakes Wilderness, in King County, Washington. It is the first of three lakes that are connected by stream which together form the Necklace Valley Lakes. Jade Lake and its surrounding lakes and peaks are a popular area for hiking, swimming, and fishing cutthroat trout.[1] Self-issued Alpine Lake Wilderness permit required for transit within the Necklace Valley area.[3]