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Lofty Lake Loop

Uinta Mountains · Northeastern Utah
Lofty Lake Loop
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3.9 miROUND TRIP
833 ftELEV GAIN
ModerateDIFFICULTY
4/5KID RATING
July-SeptSEASON

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The Trail

Four alpine lakes on one family-doable loop.

Pack Loadout (Moderate)

2 liters water, trail shoes, sun layer, snacks, small first-aid kit.

Getting There

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Make it a weekend: Mirror Lake (Uintas) (Fishing, 2 mi) · Mirror Lake Campground (Camping, 2 mi) · Moosehorn Campground (Camping, 2 mi) · Trial Lake Campground (Camping, 5 mi)

More hikes nearby: Ruth Lake (Hike, 1 mi) · Fehr Lake Trail (Hike, 2 mi) · Bald Mountain (Hike, 3 mi) · Amethyst Lake (Hike, 7 mi)

Quick Answers

How long is the Lofty Lake Loop hike?
3.9 miles round trip with 833 feet of elevation gain.
How hard is Lofty Lake Loop?
Moderate. Kid rating: 4 out of 5.
When should I hike Lofty Lake Loop?
Best season: July-Sept.
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