If the official trailhead to Bear Creek Lake is not accessible, you can park near the fork in the road. You should be able to make it to the fork with a capable SUV. From there follow the trail that climbs steeply (not the creekside trail) from there for a few extra miles. The trail will likely have two large snowfields through midsummer and a couple creek crossings, but the view of the mountains is well worth it.

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1. Bear Creek Lake Trail

7.45km

02:42

480m

Hike the moderate 4.6-mile Bear Creek Lake Trail in Salmon-Challis National Forest for rugged backcountry scenery and an idyllic alpine lake

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Elevation 2,200 m

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Saturday 14 March

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Location: Custer County, Idaho, United States

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