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St. Louis Lake Trail

4.0 (2 Ratings)
An amazing alpine lake with views of the Fraser Valley. Well worth the work getting into it.
5.7
mi
Distance
1,469
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Regional Classic
A must do route for the area handpicked by local experts.
Commonly BackpackedFall ColorsLakeRiver/CreekSwimmingViewsWildlife
Access Issues
The gate at the experiment forest building is closed until June 15th. Expect snow up high into July.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
5.68mi
Distance
1,469ft
Elevation Gain
1,469ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
11,582ft
High Point
10,322ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
Park at the closed gate without blocking the road. Hike the 3 remaining miles of forest road until it turns into a singletrack trail in the woods. This trail heads more steeply upward, making its way toward the lake through thick forest. There are a few creek crossings long the way. Once you reach the treeline, the lake will come into view. Nestled in an alpine bowl near the upper limit of the forest, St. Louis Lake provides sublime views over the valley and a rim of bald peaks. Take your time to explore along the shore, lounge on the rocks, and take a swim if the weather is warm. This is a popular backpacking destination, and you'll find backcountry campsites distributed around the lake.

Route Conditions

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