The first half of the Turquoise Lake Trail passes by multiple USFS campgrounds, fishing areas, boat ramps, public beaches, picnic spots, and viewing areas. There is a separate singletrack trail system maintained by the Cloud City Wheelers branching into the main Turquoise Lake Trail within the first couple miles, and there are continuous views as you dive in and out of the trees. There is some slight up and down, but this trail is mostly flat (or as flat as you can find around here).

Matthew

July 13, 2023

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The first half of the Turquoise Lake Trail passes by multiple USFS campgrounds, fishing areas, boat ramps, public beaches, picnic spots, and viewing areas. There is a separate singletrack trail …

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