Gap Lakes Trail
Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, Albany County, WY
Out-and-back trail in Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, Albany County, WY. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 5.8 mi (9.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 614 ft (187 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 10 min
- High point
- 11,017 ft (3,358 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Gap Lakes Trail
How long is Gap Lakes Trail?
Gap Lakes Trail is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 10 min. It climbs 614 ft (187 m) in total, up to a high point of 11,017 ft (3,358 m).
How hard is Gap Lakes Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Gap Lakes Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Gap Lakes Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Gap Lakes Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
Can you bring a dog on Gap Lakes Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Gap Lakes Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Gap Lakes Trail?
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.
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- Fishermen's Trail Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Easy · 0.6 mi (0.9 km)
- Lake Marie Trail Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- Tipple Trail Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Moderate · 4.1 mi (6.6 km)
- Medicine Bow Peak Trail Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Expert · 10.6 mi (17.1 km)
- Dipper Lake Trail Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Easy · 1.8 mi (2.9 km)
More hikes in Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap