Balade des 6 Lacs

Hautes-Alpes, France

Out-and-back trail in Hautes-Alpes, France. Hiking.

Distance
11.1 mi (17.9 km)
Elevation Gain
3,406 ft (1,038 m)
Est. Time
5 hr 20 min
High point
8,842 ft (2,695 m)
Difficulty
Expert
Route type
Out & back

Features

Along the way

From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.

Questions about Balade des 6 Lacs

How long is Balade des 6 Lacs?

Balade des 6 Lacs is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 20 min. It climbs 3,406 ft (1,038 m) in total, up to a high point of 8,842 ft (2,695 m).

How hard is Balade des 6 Lacs?

GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.

Where do you park for Balade des 6 Lacs?

Parking at the start.

Are there water and toilets on Balade des 6 Lacs?

Drinking water on the way at 0.8 mi (1.3 km), 5.1 mi (8.2 km). No toilets mapped.

Is Balade des 6 Lacs shaded?

No shade: full sun.

What can you do on Balade des 6 Lacs?

Best for Hiking.

Where can you eat near Balade des 6 Lacs?

La Pastourelle, 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Gentianes sports, 0.3 mi (0.5 km).

Is this a good week for Balade des 6 Lacs?

GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.

Trails near Balade des 6 Lacs

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