Near Cub Lake Trail
September 5, 2013 - Elk Rutt
Near Cub Lake Trail
Great view of the Big Thompson River.
Near Cub Lake Trail
Big Thompson River Waterfall
Near Cub Lake Trail
Cub Lake has an awesome Mountain View!
Near Cub Lake Trail
Views of Cub Lake on July 18, 2016

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Hike Trail

Cub Lake Trail

4.3 (18 Ratings)
A great trail leading from the open meadows of Moraine Park up to Cub Lake.
3.5
mi
Distance
664
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsLakeRiver/CreekViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.48mi
Distance
664ft
Elevation Gain
418ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
8,726ft
High Point
8,063ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Beginning at the Cub Lake Trailhead, start your hike by following the trail to the south and across the Big Thompson River. You'll continue south along the western side of Moraine Park before turning westward at a junction with South Lateral Moraine Trail. The trail's grade will remain very manageable as it contours to the west, just north of Sheep Mountain. Once the trail turns southward (left), the grade steepens drastically. This is the short but steep approach to Cub Lake. Cub Lake makes for a great rest stop or picnic destination. Enjoy the richness of your surroundings before either turning around to retrace your steps, or continue on Cub Lake Trail. The trail descends from the lake for just under a mile to a junction with Fern Lake Trail.

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