4.6 hr
Overview
From the junction with the Swift Creek Trail, the Granite Lake Trail goes west, crossing Swift Creek over a bridge. <br><br>About a quarter mile beyond the bridge, you'll approach Granite Creek. Climb through forests and flower-packed meadows.<br><br>Finally, hike up some switchbacks to reach Granite Lake.<br><br>The trail continues to climb for 1.5 miles to very scenic Seven Up Pass, and then descends to Deer Creek Meadows, where it ends at Deer Creek Trail and the Four Lakes Trail.
Trail Stats
11.1 km
957 m
2267 m
1312 m
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Photos
The trail to Granite Lake travels through thick undergrowth.
The trail to Granite Lake travels through thick undergrowth.
A lovely falls cascades near Granite Creek.
A lovely falls cascades near Granite Creek.
A sturdy bridge ushers hikers over Swift Creek along the Granite Lake Trail.
A sturdy bridge ushers hikers over Swift Creek along the Granite Lake Trail.
Frozen granite lake! 1/13/18
Frozen granite lake! 1/13/18
Beautiful campsite above the lake 1/13/18
Beautiful campsite above the lake 1/13/18
A beautiful morning after a well rested night at the lake! 1/13/18
A beautiful morning after a well rested night at the lake! 1/13/18