Walker Lake Trail

Walker Lake Trail is a quick jaunt up to a small lake in the middle of a crater in Coconino National Forest. This hike is a simple trek that won’t take long, but if you add a loop around the rim of the crater, it becomes quite an impressive hike with great views. It’s at its best in the fall when the aspens are in their full autumn color.

This trailhead can be hard to find on mapping apps and services, so we recommend dropping a pin using the GPS coordinates or double-checking your destination before leaving.

From the trailhead, hike up the crater to the trail split. Stay right here. You’ll make two wide turns up to the second trail splits, which loops the lake. Our route ends with the lake loop, but we encourage you to explore the rim of the crater for the best views. When you’re ready, return to the trailhead on the same route you used on the outbound trip.