Mica Basin Trail #1162

Dogs Off-leash

Features Commonly Backpacked · Lake · Wildflowers

This is in Mount Zirkel Wilderness. Please adhere to all posted Wilderness regulations.

Most hikers choose to head up this spur for its ample camping possibilities while doing the Zirkel Circle. It adds a few miles to the loop but makes for a great first night's destination with access to lots of water and a number of circling peaks to explore. With the exception of a couple dry and steeper switchbacking sections, the trail is fairly gradual but almost entirely uphill heading north.

Toward the end of September, we encountered a black bear that was right off the trail eating berries.