Colchuck Lake
ANY
LOW
YES
Difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Scenery: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Mileage: 9 mi
Region: Alpine Lakes Wilderness
Elev. Gain: 2,283 ft
When to Go: May—Oct
Avg. Time: 4 hr
Parking: Large unpaved lot
Type: Out + Back
Pass: NW Forest, America the Beautiful or $5
Know Before You Go:
Expect large crowds especially during peak season; arrive early.
Purchase your pass or day-use fee before arriving.
Last 4 miles of road to trailhead are quite rough, watch for potholes.