Tom V.
yesterday
Open
Snow has melted off the road at the top of the pass. Clear through to Upper Blue Lake from Hwy 88 (Red Lake)
Nick Diesel
Jun 14, 2026
Open
Started from the 88 side by red lake, made it all the way to the top lakes of Lost lakes, not sure if it’s open on the blue lakes side but still a lot of fun. Had to move one tree out of the way on the way up and right at the summit of forest dale divide there was a couple hundred long of snow that cars on smaller tires had to winch up, we were able to air our tires down to 15 psi and get though the snow on 37’s.
Jeffrey
Jun 07, 2026
Open
Gate closed at Lower Blue Lake
SGT. O.F.P.
May 30, 2026
Open
Started of a little muddy but once you get to the climb it dryed up. Past the climb in the opening there was snow that was kinda deep. Couldn't make it all the way up
Michael Manning
Aug 22, 2025
Open
70 percent of this trail is easy, 20 percent is moderate, and 10 percent is moderately difficult. The rocky ledge section will pucker you up and concern your passengers, especially if you're not very experienced. That said, there's very little real danger, just a chance to practice your bare rocks ledge driving. I would say that one ledge section rates a 5. Only takes about 90 minutes to complete.
Cameron O’Briant
Aug 09, 2025
Open
A lot more technical than I imagined. My 4Runner on 3” lift and 35s did awesome. I wouldn’t attempt going further up then down without 3” and at least a 33” tire. Gate at bottom to upper blue lake is OPEN. Secret lake was empty except for a cab over and a stock Subaru heading up but the subie did turn back.
Brian Snider
Aug 03, 2025
Open
Great trail with amazing views.
Chris paras
Jul 26, 2025
Open
Only one section of the trail was note worthy. Towards to top the road washed away a bit and you’ll have to straddle the underlying rocks. Not too bad just take your time.
Steven Hartman
Jul 19, 2025
Open
PG&E has closed the south section of the trail at the lakes, with locked gates. You must now run it as an out-and-back from Hwy 88. Aside from that, beautiful as always. Should be accessible to any stock 4x4. There are some ruts, steps, holes, gullies, and off-camber sections. That said, they're not too severe and I stand by my numeric rating of "3" for the trail. I personally wouldn't really recommend it to any AWD crossover vehicles, but did spot one daring Subaru on the trail.
Dave G
Jul 11, 2025
Open
The gates at upper blue lake are locked so you must run it as an out and back and budget enough time for the return leg.
Rob 916
Jul 11, 2025
Open
GATE AT BLUE LAKES LOCKED. The road has a section that is getting washed out and will likely be impassable in the next couple of years without considerable engineering work. The trail is easier heading north, but south isn't too bad. 22 Tacoma, TRD lift, skinny 33's.
Ben Williams
Jul 05, 2025
Open
Open for the season - up in a stock 24 Tacoma.
Raul K
Jun 27, 2025
Open
Trail is clear of snow except for a small patch at the summit crossing the PCT that is no issue. Fallen tree on the trail between PCT crossing and Lost Lakes with a bypass that has very soft dirt with steepish drop down into it. Headsup that the Blue Lakes gate was locked so unable to run the Forestdale to Blue Lakes road exit.
steve gx460
Jun 10, 2025
Open
You can get around first snow drift, 2nd is near the top and not passable. Looks to a 3-4 ft deep. July maybe
