Highland Mary Lake Loop Trail

Route Description for Highland Mary Lake Loop Trail

As an extension to the shorter out-and-back Highland Mary Lake Trail, the loop variant of this route will still produce the same amazing views over several charming alpine lakes, with the added benefit of climbing higher above the basin for sweeping views of the surrounding area. Terrain here will be more rugged and the route will certainly be longer, but the reward will be evident in the quality of the views.

Setting out from the trailhead, you will cross over Cunningham Creek and follow its banks to the south, traversing some wonderful forest terrain as you climb uphill towards the basin. Here, you will arrive at the scenic shores of the Highland Mary Lakes, where you will enjoy some beautiful views of the water and the surrounding alpine terrain.

Continuing on to the south, you will skirt around the shores of Verde Lake and head east along the trail in order to climb up through some rocky terrain for views overlooking the basin. Here, the trail will bend to the north and begin to descend through beautiful meadows that offer views of the surrounding landscape, before arriving back at the trailhead where you began.