The Top 11 Lakes in Trinity County
Looking to visit the best lakes in Trinity County? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Trinity County’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: September 30, 2025
Whether camping, fishing, or just stopping for a picnic, Middle Deadfall Lake is a fine place to spend the day. The lake is large, and is an optimal destination to …
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Trinity Alps Wilderness covers over half a million acres and has 550 miles of trails, 55 lakes, towering granite peaks, and wildflower filled meadows, making it a true outdoor paradise.
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Granite Lake sits in a basin formed by the tall shoulders of Gibson Peak, which rises up to 8400 feet. There is a wide, flat chunk of bedrock near the …
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Leave the PCT and follow the Seven Lakes Trail to pristine alpine lakes with Helen Lake as the closest from this location.
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This is the smallest of the alpine lakes on the Four Lakes Loop. From here you get views of the upper Stuart Fork Valley toward Morris Meadow.
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A single-track trail that winds through the oak woodlands contouring above the reservoir and exploring the swales and hollows of the area.
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This is the largest of the four beautiful alpine lakes beneath Siligo Peak. The route to the summit picks up near where the trail from Summit Lake rejoins the Four Lakes Loop.
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The ridge will surprise you with great views over blue and turquoise lakes just below you. Take a moment, before you descent into the trees.
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While you are hiking high above Bluff Lake, you might see some happy campers around the lake shore. Your view is definitely more scenic!
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Idyllic alpine panorama awaits you around Bull Lake. If you want to get closer, take the short side trail down to the shore.
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