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Alpine Lakes Trail

5.0 (1 Rating)
Open fields and mountain climbs through the forest on the banks of a steep creek.
3
mi
Distance
655
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
LakeRiver/CreekSwimmingViewsWaterfallWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.03mi
Distance
655ft
Elevation Gain
150ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
7,616ft
High Point
7,095ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
From the trailhead, veer right, sign in at the wilderness boundary, then continue up as long as you please. You'll eventually come to Alpine Lake. At first, the terrain is pretty mild but it pitches steeply upwards to approach the lake.

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Contributors
Michaela Petty