Near Chicago Lakes Overlook Trail
Near Chicago Lakes Overlook Trail
Near Chicago Lakes Overlook Trail
Near Chicago Lakes Overlook Trail
Near Chicago Lakes Overlook Trail

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Chicago Lakes Overlook Trail

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Good mostly flat trail to the overlook.
0.2
mi
Distance
16
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
LakeViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.19mi
Distance
16ft
Elevation Gain
16ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
12,872ft
High Point
12,846ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The hike to the Chicago Lakes Overlook will pass by Summit Lake and incredible mountain scenery on your way to the overlook. The overlook is absolutely beautiful and worth the short 1/2 mile round trip to see the Chicago Lakes.

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