Near Lake Nanita Trail
A Falling North Inlet with permission from Hobbes7714 Photo Credit: Andrew Wahr Link: https://twitter.com/WahrAndrew
Near Lake Nanita Trail
Ptarmigan's Shoulder with permission from Hobbes7714 Photo Credit: Andrew Wahr Link: https://twitter.com/WahrAndrew
Near Lake Nanita Trail
Ptarmigan Mtn over Lake Nanita (1980) with permission from BoulderTraveler
Near Lake Nanita Trail
Andrews Peak reflects in Lake Nanita.

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Lake Nanita Trail

4.3 (4 Ratings)
A steeply rising trail that leads to two remote alpine lakes below the summit of Mt. Ptarmigan.
3.6
mi
Distance
1,791
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
BirdingLakeRiver/CreekViewsWaterfallWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.64mi
Distance
1,791ft
Elevation Gain
536ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
11,065ft
High Point
9,490ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The Lake Nanita Trail begins at a junction with North Inlet Trail about 8 miles up from the North Inlet Trailhead. Heading south, Lake Nanita Trail climbs along North Inlet creek before quickly crossing it via an elevated bridge. There are some nice falls to view at this crossing. A little after the 3/4 mile mark, the trail turns southwestward and begins climbing through a series of switchbacks on the southern flank of Ptarmigan Mountain. Following the switchbacks, the trail passes by the remote Lake Nokoni. Continue southward for another 1.3 miles from Lake Nokoni, over a ridge and down to Lake Nanita. From here, the views of Ptarmigan Mountain are fantastic.

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Contributors
Brian Smith