Bear Lake Trail
Description:
The Bear Lake Trail is a .6 mile nature walk
around Bear Lake. The trail is probably the most popular trail in the park.
The large parking area is often filled in summer and the crowds can be quite
large. This trail is paved and handicap accessible. There is an 8% grade on
the southwest section of the trail that may be more difficult for persons
in wheelchairs. Numerous small mammals and birds can be seen on this trail.
They are quite tame from being fed by visitors. It is against park regulations
to feed these animals and they can carry diseases. No fishing is permitted
in Bear Lake. There are numerous benches around the lake to rest and enjoy
the scenery.
Features:
| Length: |
.6 miles (.97 kilometers) |
|
Elevation Range:
|
9,517' - 9,576' |
| Elevation change: |
118 feet |
| Season: |
Jun 1 - Nov 1 |
| Difficulty: |
Easy |
| Use: |
High |
| USGS maps: |
McHenrys Peak |
| Trailheads: |
Bear Lake |
| Restrictions: |
No pets are permitted
|
| Suitable for mountain bikes: |
No (not permitted) |
| Suitable for horses: |
No |
Vicinity Map
Altitude Profile
Directions:
The
Bear Lake Trail begins from the Bear Lake Trailhead. Take Highway 36 from
the Beaver Meadows Entrance to the Bear Lake Road. Follow Bear Lake Road to
its end to the trailhead. The trailhead has room for about 250 vehicles but
fills up early. There are restrooms and trash bins at the trailhead. This
is one of the most popular trails in the Park.
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