Summary:
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This is a fairly popular little hike that can be enjoyed by the whole family.
The elevation is over 4000 feet, so this is a great get-away-from-the-heat hike
during the long summer days.
The parking is limited at the trailhead for this hike, so you may have to park a
bit further from the trail than you desire. Nevertheless, this is a great hike and
will worth the trouble to find a place to park.
The trail climbs rather sharply at first but only for a short distance, as the trail
itself is only a half mile long. As you climb through a dense forest of fir and hemlock,
you will pass a little pond to your left. In summer, this could pose a mosquito problem,
so come prepared. Of course, the lake area itself will likely pose the same problem.
Just before you reach the lake you will come to a junction. Just continue on straight
ahead to the lake, and enjoy the water, scenery, and fun. I recommend taking the short
walk over to Little Boulder Lake.
The trail is steep at first, but again, it is a very short walk over to the other, smaller
lake. Both lakes are great destinations. The Little Boulder Lake is actually only a very
short distance off the road you just came in. And you could park here, and walk the trail
not only to Little Boulder Lake, but also north to the larger lake. Either way, this is a
fun adventure.
Enjoy!
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