Highlight • Lake
Sunshine Lake
Hiking
5.0
(1)
This Highlight is in a protected area
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Eagle Cap Wilderness
Tips
Teri S
September 23, 2024
Hiking
This little lake, just a ten minute walk from the junction at Mirror Lake, offers up beautiful campsites with views of Eagle Cap and the Matterhorn as well as gorgeous meadows and a lot less traffic than the popular lake just to the south.
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Sunshine Lake
7
hikers
24.4km
07:14
1,020m
190m
Hike the difficult 15.2-mile Lakes Basin Loop in Eagle Cap Wilderness, gaining 3342 feet past alpine lakes like Sunshine and Douglas Lake.
Hard
1
hikers
31.2km
09:07
810m
810m
Hike the difficult 19.4-mile Lakes Basin via East Fork Lostine Trail, gaining 2671 feet to reach alpine lakes and stunning views.
Hard
3
hikers
8.43km
02:21
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Moderate
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Elevation 2,340 m