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Difficulty
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Moderate
Elevation
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417 m
Distance
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12.6 km
Duration
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3.5-4.5h
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Walupt Lake Trail

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Walupt Lake Trail is a 78.0mi out and back trail in Gifford Pinchot National Forest that is rated as moderate. This hike takes you along Walupt Lake from the Walupt Lake Campground, so it can be used for day trips or as part of a backpacking trip. The lake is calm and perfect on a hot summer day. The mosquitoes can be very bad on this trail, so bring a potent spray.

Route Description for Walupt Lake Trail

Walupt Lake is a fantastic spot to settle into on a hot, sunny day, making the campground on its shores a popular pick. Whether you’re staying at the campground or just in for the day, try the Walupt Lake Trail for an enjoyable, moderate adventure.

This trail is plagued by mosquitoes in the summer months, much like many other trails in this area. Bring a potent spray and try to plan your adventure for late summer when the bugs aren’t as bad.

Begin from the campground, taking the trail that follows the northern shore of Walupt Lake. You’ll walk alongside the entire length of the lake, continuing across the river valley to climb the valley wall. The trail ends near a couple of small lakes at the junction with the PCT. If you want to eliminate the climbing from this trail, you can just hike to the end of the lakeshore and back.

Getting to the Walupt Lake Trail Trailhead

The trailhead for the Walupt Lake Trail is in the Walupt Lake Campground.

Route Information

  • Backcountry Campground:

    Walupt Lake Campground

  • When to do:

    June-October

  • Pets allowed:

    Yes - On Leash

  • Family friendly:

    Yes

  • Route Signage:

    Average

  • Crowd Levels:

    Moderate

  • Route Type:

    Out and back

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