Near Island Lake #17111
Island Lake (07-06-2008)
Near Island Lake #17111
Bridge over rushing water on the way up to Island Lake.
Near Island Lake #17111
Wildflower bloom above Island Lake.

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Island Lake #17111

4.0 (4 Ratings)
A lovely climb into a hanging cirque with a small alpine lake. Flowers, views, and hikers abound.
1.8
mi
Distance
937
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsFishingGeologically SignificantLakeRiver/CreekSwimmingViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.85mi
Distance
937ft
Elevation Gain
36ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
9,678ft
High Point
8,778ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The trail begins at the far north side of the parking lot at Roads End up Lamoille Canyon. The trail immediately begins climbing and doesn't let up until you reach the lake. The grade is steady, but it never gets ridiculously steep. The trail rewards hikers with lovely views of Lamoille Canyon and the impressive rock formations that line its steep walls. On a hot day, the Island Lake can provide you with a refreshing soak. This is a pretty popular trail.

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Contributors
Keaton Reed