Alpine Lake Trail is a perfect option for hikers who love a challenge. It’s a bit long compared to most other trails on this route but is still great for hiking, camping, and backpacking.

This Colorado mountain may be just a few feet short of a 14er, but it's home to the highest lake in the U.S. and views worth ...

When the snow melts and the wildflowers bloom, Mammoth Lakes is a high-elevation wonderland that transforms into a basecamp ...

The new trip to the lake one-way is about 1½ miles, Hunter said. "High-alpine lakes are pretty hard to get to usually," she said. "People want to appreciate nature, so making it accessible is good." ...

Hanging Lake ranks as one of the best winter hikes to alpine lakes, but regardless of summer crowds, it’s a bucket-list attraction in Colorado. Though short, the trail is steep.

A side trail breaks left here towards the pond so be sure to keep right to continue to the upper lake. Rise above treeline and after about another quarter mile reach the large and lovely Ptarmigan ...

Just before the lake, there is a short section of rock scrambling before the trail tops out and Chasm Lake can be seen. It is simply breathtaking to behold that 2,500-foot east face up close in ...

Alpine swim, paddle at Devils Lake It’s Cascade lake season. With 90-degree temperatures in the forecast, these lakes make for great swimming and paddleboarding during the summer.

Five Lakes Nestled in the Granite Chief Wilderness near Olympic Valley, the Five Lakes Trail gives you bang for your buck when it comes to visiting alpine lakes. The 5-mile, out-and-back trail is ...

Life Outdoors Popular trails to 3 alpine lakes are closed this summer. Try 6 hikes to other lakes near Snoqualmie Pass June 23, 2022 at 6:00 am Updated June 23, 2022 at 1:18 pm By Gregory Scruggs ...