Parika Lake Trail
Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, Jackson County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, Jackson County, CO. Hiking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 6 mi (9.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,103 ft (641 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr
- High point
- 12,133 ft (3,698 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Farview Mountain 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Parika Lake Trail
How long is Parika Lake Trail?
Parika Lake Trail is 6 mi (9.7 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr. It climbs 2,103 ft (641 m) in total, up to a high point of 12,133 ft (3,698 m).
How hard is Parika Lake Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Parika Lake Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Parika Lake Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Parika Lake Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
Can you bring a dog on Parika Lake Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Parika Lake Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Parika 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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- Baker Pass Trail Never Summer Wilderness · Hard · 7.3 mi (11.8 km)
- Bowen Lake Trail Never Summer Wilderness · Moderate · 3.4 mi (5.5 km)
- Bowen Lake Trail Never Summer Wilderness · Moderate · 4 mi (6.5 km)
- Blue Lake Trail Never Summer Wilderness · Hard · 5.2 mi (8.4 km)
- Illinois River Path Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Moderate · 3.6 mi (5.8 km)
- Cascade Mountain Trail Never Summer Wilderness · Hard · 6.6 mi (10.7 km)
- Bowen Gul Og Interp Trail Never Summer Wilderness · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.5 km)
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap