Near Dowdy Lake Trail
Dowdy Lake Loop Trail at Red Feather Lakes

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Dowdy Lake Trail

4.3 (3 Ratings)
An easy dirt track wrapping all the way around the lake.
2.2
mi
Distance
0
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.23mi
Distance
0ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
8,154ft
High Point
8,139ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
This is an easy trail that follows the contour of the lake all the way around. Dowdy Lake is very popular and so the trail will commonly have other users on it. Keep an eye out for other hikers, walkers, runners, mountain bikers, anglers, and campers. On the south and west sides of the lake, the trail meanders past the Dowdy Lake campground. Be mindful of those who are camping very near the trail.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
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