Highlight • Lake
Bays Lake
Hiking
5.0
(1)
This Highlight is in a protected area
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Mount Jefferson Wilderness
Tips
Christopher
January 24, 2024
Hiking
Bays Lake is one of the most scenic lakes in Jefferson Park. At an elevation of 5,835 feet, Bays Lake typically isn't ice-free until the middle of July. There are nice rock cliffs to dive off of in the summer and plenty of campsites. Campfires are banned throughout the area.
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Bays Lake
5
hikers
20.1km
05:57
590m
590m
Hike the difficult 12.5-mile Jefferson Park via Woodpecker Ridge Trail through burn areas to pristine alpine meadows and lakes.
Hard
Details
Informations
Elevation 1,780 m
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There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.