Near Rachel Lake Trail #1313
Rachel Lake
Near Rachel Lake Trail #1313
Rachel Lake
Near Rachel Lake Trail #1313
Rachel Lake
Near Rachel Lake Trail #1313
View of Rachel Lake from the trail towards Rampart Lakes
Near Rachel Lake Trail #1313
Lake Lillian

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Rachel Lake Trail #1313

4.6 (9 Ratings)
A trail to a beautiful alpine lake with overnight camping for backpackers.
6.1
mi
Distance
3,253
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
BirdingCommonly BackpackedFall ColorsLakeRiver/CreekSpringSwimmingViewsWaterfallWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
6.11mi
Distance
3,253ft
Elevation Gain
1,162ft
Elevation Loss
55%
Max Grade
5,639ft
High Point
2,768ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail can take you several directions. The trail leads you to a beautiful alpine lake, Rachel Lake. From there, you can access Rampart Lakes, Lila Lakes and Alta Peak. This is a popular hike, and you'll see others on the trails. If you do this hike as an out-and-back just to Rachel Lake, it is about 8 miles roundtrip.

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Contributors
Brian Behrens