The Trailhead for The Hunter Lake Trail is located south of South Fork off of HWY 160. Turn right on Colorado Road 410 towards Big Meadow Reservoir. At Big Meadow Res. continue on CO Rd 430 9 miles to the trailhead. The Hunter Lake trail is a 1 mile out and back. The trailhead is at 11429 with a max altitude of 11484 feet, Hunter Lake is at 11392 feet. Total elevation gain is 107 feet with a 141 foot loss.
In May 2024, the trail was difficult to follow due to downed trees and drifts of snow that obstructed the route. Because of these obstacles, the trail would be considered moderate. Once the trail is clear, it would be considered an easy trail. Apart from the trees and snow that obscured the track, the trail was easy to follow.
On the edge of the Weminuche Wilderness, the lake is surrounded by trees on three sides. On the west side of the lake, the rocky ramparts ascend toward a 12,175-foot unnamed peak.
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