Lost Lake Trail

Lost Lake is a wonderful destination, and this trail sees more and more traffic every year as hikers discover its charm. The forest before the lake is recovering from a fire in past years, but a carpet of wildflowers covers this regrowing area in the middle of summer. Watch for horses (and mosquitoes) on this trail.

The hike begins at the end of the road. Head straight onto Greenwater Lakes Trail. There are some crossings over Meadow Creek, and some of the bridges are better than others. Take your time and be careful if they seem less sturdy.

You’ll hug the creek until Greenwater Lakes, a nice place to catch your breath. Continue past the lake and the irregularly-shaped unnamed body of water just past it, curving south to cross the stream again. You’ll pass Lost Creek Backpacking, where backpackers may be setting up their tents.

Follow Lost Creek, staying right onto Lost Lake Trail when the trail forks. If you cross the stream shortly after the fork you’ve gone the wrong way. The trail eventually passes little Quinn Lake, then makes the final approach to Lost Lake, passing another backpacking site.

The trail continues past the lake to Noble Knob, but you’ll want to turn around here and retrace your steps if Lost Lake is your final destination.