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This route provides a short and scenic hike to a beautiful alpine lake.


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0.9

Miles

1.4

KM

Out and Back

5,966' 1,819 m

High

5,731' 1,747 m

Low

248' 76 m

Up

248' 76 m

Down

11%

Avg Grade (6°)

44%

Max Grade (24°)

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Features Fishing · Lake · Swimming · Views · Wildflowers

Family Friendly This trail, while it has some steep sections is surprisingly short and would be perfect for those with young kids looking to get out in nature without getting too far from the car.

Overview

This hike offers access to a beautiful and secluded alpine lake without needing to venture for miles on a trail. The trail itself is short with a steep section near the beginning and not many views other than those of the surrounding forest. At the end of the trail lies Surveyor Lake which is small, scenic and packed with hungry rainbow and cutthroat trout.

Description

The route to Surveyor lake begins at an unmarked pulloff of Surveyor Creek Road. On the west side of the road you'll see a short, steep section of trail that heads up off the road and into the forest. While this section is a bit steep, there are some exposed tree roots that provide a good handhold for getting up into the forest. Once you are up onto the trail you'll follow it up a short but steep section before it more or less levels out a bit. The trail itself is generally easy to follow although it does have a few areas where it is a bit overgrown and fallen logs can be common. Enjoy the short and scenic hike through the forest before you quickly reach views of Surveyor Lake. Once you begin approaching the lake the views will open up to a scenic mountain lake basin. The trail itself ends somewhat abruptly at the lake and the surrounding vegetation does not provide a great way to explore more areas around the lake. Due to the short nature of this hike however, it would be a perfect place for someone who wanted to haul in a paddle board or other inflatable to explore more of the lake itself. Surveyor lake is packed with hungry rainbow and cutthroat trout that provide some fun fishing while enjoying the lake. Once you have spent time at the lake, return down the trail the same way you came up.

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Sam Brown

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Photos

The trail beginning to open up to the lake.
Jun 27, 2024 near Superior, MT
Surveyor Lake
Jun 27, 2024 near Superior, MT
The beginning of the trail on Surveyor Creek Road.
Jun 27, 2024 near Superior, MT
The trail to Surveyor Lake.
Jun 27, 2024 near Superior, MT

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