Island Lake Trail
San Juan National Forest, San Juan County, CO
Out-and-back trail in San Juan National Forest, San Juan County, CO. Hiking.
- Distance
- 3.3 mi (5.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,211 ft (369 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 40 min
- High point
- 12,448 ft (3,794 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Island Lake Trail
How long is Island Lake Trail?
Island Lake Trail is 3.3 mi (5.4 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 40 min. It climbs 1,211 ft (369 m) in total, up to a high point of 12,448 ft (3,794 m).
How hard is Island Lake Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Island Lake Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Island Lake Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Island Lake 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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