Shelokum Lake Trail
Tongass National Forest, Ketchikan Gateway Borough, AK
Out-and-back trail in Tongass National Forest, Ketchikan Gateway Borough, AK. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 4.3 mi (6.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 840 ft (256 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 50 min
- High point
- 531 ft (162 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Waterfall 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from start
- Waterfall 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from start
- Waterfall 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from start
- Hut: Lake Shelokum Shelter 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Shelokum Lake Trail
How long is Shelokum Lake Trail?
Shelokum Lake Trail is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 50 min. It climbs 840 ft (256 m) in total, up to a high point of 531 ft (162 m).
How hard is Shelokum Lake Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Shelokum Lake Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Shelokum Lake Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Shelokum Lake Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (89% under trees).
What can you do on Shelokum Lake Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Shelokum 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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