10/5/2026 I was able to get an early start from the Lake Stuart Trailhead, arriving to the parking area around 5:15. It was a Monday, but the hype around the Enchantments was palpable as I drove past significant activity at the Snow Lakes trailhead on my way up from Leavenworth. The Lake Stuart trailhead was also filled with hikers climbing out of their fancy adventure vans and donning headlamps in preparation for their Enchantment through-hikes. Despite the early morning hub