Near Palisades Lake
Near Palisades Lake
Near Palisades Lake
Near Palisades Lake
Near Palisades Lake

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Palisades Lake

4.0 (2 Ratings)
High above the White River, the hidden lakes along this route provide the perfect day's outing.
7.1
mi
Distance
1,712
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingLakeViewsWildlife
Access Issues
Treat water before drinking. Fires are prohibited. No pets on trails. Obtain a backcountry camping permit for overnight stays.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
7.05mi
Distance
1,712ft
Elevation Gain
1,712ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
6,133ft
High Point
5,536ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
Drive 10.5 miles beyond the White River Entrance to the parking area at Sunrise Point. Find the trailhead at the point's east end.After a steep .5 mile descent along a slope which holds snow into late July, hike have the choice of taking a short spur trail to Sunrise Lake or continuing on the main trail toward the Palisades Lakes. The trail goes up and down for the rest of its length, passing Clover Lake 1.5 miles from the trailhead. It continues past Tom, Dick, and Harry Lakes and ends at Upper Palisades Lake. One mile before Upper Palisades Lake a spur trail leads to Hidden Lake. No camping is permitted at Hidden Lake.

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