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Boulder Lake Hike
| What | Hikes & Outings |
|---|---|
| When |
Jul 23, 2011 from 09:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Where | Carpools depart from Portland |
| Contact Name | Erik Fernandez |
| Contact Email | ef@oregonwild.org |
| Contact Phone | 503.283.6343 x 202 |
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Discover the aquamarine waters of one of the Mount Hood National Forest’s best-kept secrets!
Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 5.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 1,100 feet
Leader: Erik Fernandez
Location: Mount Hood National Forest
Boulder Lake is one of the regions best kept secrets with it's old-growth forests and high mountain cliffs.
While there are several trails in the Boulder Lake area, the most satisfying and easiest to find trail is the Boulder Lake Trail #463. On your way to Boulder Lake’s stunning turquoise green waters, you'll pass dark evergreen firs and hemlocks and a lush high elevation meadow. The Boulder Lake area boasts the largest unprotected stand of old-growth in the Mount Hood National Forest. In addition, the area's wild meadows provide high quality fawning and calving areas for deer and elk.
Mid to late summer is the best time to visit Boulder Lake, when the meadows show off their wildflowers.
