Trail Overview

The trail accessed numerous dispersed camping sites, skirting the edge of a 400-foot rise above Twin Lakes with expansive views of the surrounding mountain peaks. The area is mostly pine trees mixed with aspens and is heavily used for dispersed camping. There are many short spur trails off the main trail to access additional dispersed campsites. You will likely encounter other campers.

Photos of Twin Lakes Dispersed Camping Area - FR 125.D

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Difficulty

The trail is dirt with sections of 2-6" loose or embedded rocks and can be mildly off-camber in some places. A few hundred feet into the east side of the trail, there is often an 8' long water crossing of 2-6" deep water followed by a steep rocky hill climb which may require high clearance. The west and central entrances to the trail can be steep and rocky when departing the paved road. Pack out trash and follow Tread Lightly! Keep an eye out for posted signs as this area often has fire bans.

Technical Rating

Michelle Nystrom

Jun 21, 2026

Open

Pavement-ish up the hill, once I picked my spot; hard dusty spots along the road to camp. Lots of fire pits and views for days!

Louie Mangampo

Oct 02, 2025

Open

Casper Salazar

May 03, 2025

Open

Very light muddy areas but overall clear, lakes are not frozen over, some trails remain closed