Cooks Lake

Total Miles
2.9

Elevation

1,763.22 ft

Duration

0.5 Hours

Technical Rating

3

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

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Cooks Lake
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Trail Overview

Discover the perfect camping spot by an epic alpine lake on this trail adventure. The journey is accessible for most with a 2WD vehicle until the final 250 yards, where a 4x4 with high clearance is essential. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of nature as you reach the alpine lake, promising an unforgettable camping experience surrounded by stunning scenery.

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Cooks Lake
Cooks Lake

Difficulty

The technical rating is due to the last part needing 4WD.

Technical Rating

3

Status Reports

Mike Dubya
Aug 15, 2024
4x4
Open
Rough/Deteriorated
There are signs of heavy use and 60" width vehicles making new trails. There are no vault toilets and the area is littered with toilet paper. Multiple fire rings used for garbage, really unfortunate, access will be lost with this kind of use.

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