Eunice Lake (Pierce County, Washington) facts for kids
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Looking down on the lake from Tolmie Peak
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 Eunice Lake
Location in Washington (state)
Eunice Lake
Location in the United States
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| Location | Pierce County, Washington |
| Coordinates | 46°57′19″N 121°52′41″W / 46.95528°N 121.87806°W |
| Lake type | Glacial lake |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface elevation | 5,358 ft (1,633 m) |
| Islands | 0 |
Eunice Lake is a beautiful mountain lake located in Pierce County, Washington. You can find it in the northwest part of Mount Rainier National Park. It's a special kind of lake called a glacial lake, which means it was formed by a glacier long ago. This lake is a popular spot for people who love to hike and explore nature.
How Eunice Lake Got Its Name
Eunice Lake was named after a woman named Eunice Sargent Roth. Her husband, Andy (Adolph) Roth, named the lake to honor her. Andy Roth grew up in Washougal, Washington. He worked for the forest service for many years, helping to take care of our forests. It's nice that a beautiful place like this is named after someone special!
What is a Glacial Lake?
A glacial lake is a lake that was formed by the movement of a glacier. Imagine a giant, slow-moving river of ice. As glaciers move, they scrape and dig out the land. This creates big hollows or basins. When the glacier melts, these hollows fill up with water, forming a lake. Eunice Lake was created this way, high up in the mountains.
Exploring Eunice Lake
Eunice Lake sits at an elevation of about 5,358 feet (1,633 meters) above sea level. This means it's quite high up in the mountains! The lake is a favorite spot for hikers. Many people enjoy the trails that lead to the lake. The views around Eunice Lake are amazing, especially looking towards Tolmie Peak. It's a great place to connect with nature.
Images for kids
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Taken in 2006
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Taken in 2011.
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Eunice Lake, looking toward the Tolmie Peak Lookout. Taken in 2015.
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