These trails are some of the best around! From the trail head and further into the trail you have multiple choices for shorter or longer loops. There is a main 3 mile and 6 mile loop along with other trails. I did the 3 mile loop which was really fun even though it was 25°. Lots of Ups and Downs on this trail so expect to be using quite a bit of energy on this hike. Dry Falls was the opposite of dry when I was there. It was pouring and was a really nice spot to take a break on the bench overlooking the lake and falls.
Definitely would hike again and again and even in the winter there was a fair bit of wildlife and stuff to look at. If you are in the area don't...
Read moreHiked it counterclockwise after the first snow, saving the "best" for last, a break at the Dry Falls. Loved this hike, roughly six miles of varied terrain. Only one other set of (human) footprints out there. The North/East end of Bass Lake at Lower Lake was sweet! Nice campsites between the two lakes and on the creek. Will want to camp there this summer! We took lots of breaks to enjoy the scene, so about four hours on the loop, but could have easily done it in...
Read moreGorgeous! We took our dog, 1, 3, 5 and 7yos around Lower & Dry Lakes. It was near 4 miles and took us about 3 hours (and we wore the youngest two for most of the time). There were rocky and more challenging portions, I would call this a moderately challenging trek. Lush natural surroundings, a few great lake views from cliffs, and a waterfall. Know that the restroom shown on the trail map is a toilet (laterine only) with no privacy walls, this threw our...
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