Carnero Lake

Total Miles
5.2

Elevation

2,858.26 ft

Duration

1.75 Hours

Technical Rating

1

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Trail Overview

Take a beautiful drive from Highway 260 to FR 118 up north. You'll pass through wide-open meadows and dense forests of pine and aspen on a moderately bumpy gravel road with some small washouts. Along the way, you'll find cool spots to camp and fun side paths, including a stop at Greens Peak lookout tower. Enjoy awesome views of St. Peter's Dome on the east side and Whiting Knoll on the west, where you can see lots of wildlife.

Photos of Carnero Lake

Carnero Lake
Carnero Lake

Difficulty

Snowmelt in the spring can create washed-out areas and exposed rocks near the road edges.

Technical Rating

1

Status Reports

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Access Description

Access off of Highway 260 on the north side, marked Forest Service Road 117.

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