Ward Lake Nature Trail
Tongass National Forest, Ketchikan Gateway Borough, AK
Loop trail in Tongass National Forest, Ketchikan Gateway Borough, AK. Hiking, Horseback riding, Mountain biking, & Walking.
- Distance
- 1.5 mi (2.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 108 ft (33 m)
- Est. Time
- 30 min
- High point
- 154 ft (47 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Signal Creek Campground 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from start
- Trailhead: Perseverance Trailhead 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from start
- Campsite: Three C's Group Use Campground 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from start
- Shelter 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from start
- Picnic area: Grassy Point Picnic Site 1.2 mi (2 km) from start
- Picnic area: Ward Lake Day Use Area 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Ward Lake Nature Trail
How long is Ward Lake Nature Trail?
Ward Lake Nature Trail is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) long. Most people take about 30 min. It climbs 108 ft (33 m) in total, up to a high point of 154 ft (47 m).
How hard is Ward Lake Nature Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Ward Lake Nature Trail?
2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Ward Lake Nature Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Ward Lake Nature Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (89% under trees).
Is Ward Lake Nature Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Ward Lake Nature Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking, Walking. Shared with bikes, horses.
Where can you eat near Ward Lake Nature Trail?
The Green Coffee Bean, 1 mi (1.6 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Ward Cove Market, 1 mi (1.7 km). 2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Ward Lake Nature 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.
Trails near Ward Lake Nature Trail
- Ward Creek Trail Tongass National Forest · Easy · 2.7 mi (4.3 km)
- Perseverance Trail Tongass National Forest · Moderate · 5.2 mi (8.3 km)
- Frog Pond Trail Tongass National Forest · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.9 km)
- Pipeline Trail Tongass National Forest · Easy · 3 mi (4.8 km)
- Salvage Trail Tongass National Forest · Easy · 3.3 mi (5.2 km)
- Ward Creek - Amana Gulch Spur Trail Tongass National Forest · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Ward Creek - Fish Deck Trail Tongass National Forest · Easy · 0.2 mi (0.4 km)
- Ward Creek - Last Chance Spur Trail Tongass National Forest · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
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