Le Lac Chauvet
Parc naturel régional des Volcans d'Auvergne, Puy-de-Dôme, France
Loop trail in Parc naturel régional des Volcans d'Auvergne, Puy-de-Dôme, France. Hiking.
- Distance
- 8.2 mi (13.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 728 ft (222 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr
- High point
- 3,937 ft (1,200 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Picnic area 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Cascade de la Barthe 5 mi (8 km) from start
- Waterfall: Cascade de la Barthe 5 mi (8.1 km) from start
- Peak: Le pic de Ravel 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Le Lac Chauvet
How long is Le Lac Chauvet?
Le Lac Chauvet is 8.2 mi (13.3 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr. It climbs 728 ft (222 m) in total, up to a high point of 3,937 ft (1,200 m).
How hard is Le Lac Chauvet?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Le Lac Chauvet?
2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Le Lac Chauvet?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Le Lac Chauvet shaded?
Partly shaded (45% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Le Lac Chauvet?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Le Lac Chauvet?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Le Lac Chauvet?
Food, 1 mi (1.6 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Cap Sancy, 1.1 mi (1.7 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Le Lac Chauvet?
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 Le Lac Chauvet
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- La Tourbière Parc naturel régional des Volcans d'Auvergne · Easy · 3 mi (4.9 km)
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- Domais Parc naturel régional des Volcans d'Auvergne · Moderate · 7.9 mi (12.8 km)
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap