Near Whipple Lake Trail
the views from one of the many wooden bridges
Near Whipple Lake Trail
A bench to contemplate the views.
Near Whipple Lake Trail
Intersection, go to the right.
Near Whipple Lake Trail
One of the many wooden bridges.
Near Whipple Lake Trail
Fallen tree.

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Whipple Lake Trail

4.0 (4 Ratings)
Take a loop around Whipple Lake in Whipple Dam State Park.
2.2
mi
Distance
140
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsFamily FriendlyLakeRiver/CreekSwimmingViewsWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
Please use reflective colors such as orange or yellow since hunting is allowed on some parts of the trail.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.18mi
Distance
140ft
Elevation Gain
140ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
1,123ft
High Point
970ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
I normally start this trail clockwise. You'll cross a bridge and keep hiking until you find a sign that says "Whipple Lake Trail, 3 miles." The trail starts to its right-hand side. The first part of the trail is uphill, but it isn't steep at all. Just follow the yellow signs, and you won't get lost in the many intersections that you'll find. Once you reach the top of this uphill segment, be careful, you'll have to share this small part of the trail with vehicles (although drivers rarely use this trail).Keep hiking and you'll enter a part of the trail where vehicles aren't allowed but hunting is (I have never seen any hunter here). It is indicated by a yellow signal on a tree. From here, go downhill and reach the river. You'll cross a few wooden bridges (I think there are 5 bridges in total).

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Contributors
Jes Sica