The Lakes Trail

Directions:
Take Wyoming Highway 130/230 south of Saratoga approximately 7.5 miles. Turn onto Wyoming Highway 130, drive east for approximately 27 miles to the Mirror Lake Picnic Area. The trailhead is located on the north end of the picnic area. When traveling east on highway 130, the picnic area is located approximately 0.5 miles past the Lake Marie Parking area

Description:
The Lakes trail connects to the Medicine Bow Peak trail. It is not recommended to hike this trail after 3:00 pm due to the chance of lightning. Storms are known to blow in unexpectedly, be prepared! The Lakes trail winds through meadows and sparse Engleman spruce and Limber pine forest. Hikers will come to Mirror Lake and Lookout Lake.

Elevation: 11,800 feet
Recommended Season: July-October
Skill Level: Easy
Length of Trail: 1.8 Miles