Near Blue Lake Trail #1673A
Blue Lake from the ridge above.
Near Blue Lake Trail #1673A
Blue Lake.
Near Blue Lake Trail #1673A
On the trail from Minam Lake to Mirror Lake.

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Blue Lake Trail #1673A

4.0 (1 Rating)
An uphill hike from Minam Lake to Blue Lake.
1.1
mi
Distance
330
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingLakeRiver/CreekViewsWildlife
Access Issues
No campfires.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.09mi
Distance
330ft
Elevation Gain
18ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
7,702ft
High Point
7,361ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
With views of the mountains, this trail goes up to Blue Lake from Minam Lake. This small lake has few campsites, but it is well worth the visit and an overnight stay. The journey to Blue Lake is short and pleasant, and if you're already in the neighborhood, you'd be missing out not to take this extension.

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Contributors
Steve Jackson