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Lakes Loop

Mapped as Lakes Trail

Hiking trail · Crater Lake / Southern Cascades · Trailhead near Paisley, OR

8.3 mi13.4 kmLoop
≈1,286 ft≈392 mElevation gain
8,048 ft2,453 mHigh point
4 hr 12 minEstimated time

ModerateA loop that ends where it starts. Length and elevation gain are calculated from map data, so they're approximate.

Pass: Northwest Forest Pass (based on the land the trailhead is on)
Official listing: U.S. Forest Service, Lakes Loop (#140)
Trailhead
On FR 2800-056, near Paisley, OR
Coordinates: 42.55917, -120.75517
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Overview

Lakes Loop is a loop hike of 8.3 mi / 13.4 km near Paisley, OR. Expect about 1,286 ft / 392 m of elevation gain, with a high point of 8,048 ft / 2,453 m. Difficulty: Moderate. At an average pace, plan on about 4 hr 12 min. High-elevation trail, usually snow-free from mid-July into October. Before then, expect snow and possible avalanche danger.

Elevation profile

Along the route: low 7,264 ft / 2,214 m · high 8,031 ft / 2,448 m

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