Paynes Lake Trail

Overview

The Paynes Lake Trail is a very difficult and steep singletrack trail. The trail leads to the intersection of the Pacific Crest Trail at scenic and popular Paynes Lake. Alternatively, if you are wanting to get to Paynes Lake without the painful climb, you can take the Music Creek Trail to the PCT and hiking north along the PCT.

Trail Stats

Photos

Trail to campsite near outlet on Paynes Lake in Russian Wilderness

Trail to campsite near outlet on Paynes Lake in Russian Wilderness

Pacific Crest Trail sign at intersection of Paynes Lake Trail in Russian Wilderness

Pacific Crest Trail sign at intersection of Paynes Lake Trail in Russian Wilderness

Crossing log-clogged outlet of Paynes Lake off Pacific Crest Trail in Russian Wilderness.

Crossing log-clogged outlet of Paynes Lake off Pacific Crest Trail in Russian Wilderness.

Paynes Lake off Pacific Crest Trail in Russian Wilderness.

Paynes Lake off Pacific Crest Trail in Russian Wilderness.

Kellogg's Lily in Russian Wilderness

Kellogg's Lily in Russian Wilderness

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