Did you happen to share this info with the Forest Service office in Springville or Porterville by chance? Beyond Summit Lake, I would stow away your poles till you get to Maggie Lakes. Road access is likely closed due to the COVID-19. Voyageurs National Park Facebook page is a public page. If the Mountain Home State Forest opens at the same time (should be, but worth checking with them), you can hike up from Hidden Falls Campground, along north fork-middle fork Tule river. This is my second backpacking trip so I want to be prepared! I hiked up to Maggie lakes a few years ago and wanted to go again. Hi Joshua – thanks for all this great information. Depends on temperature and storms. NH 4,000 Footers. Hours: I’ll be checking in with the USFS soon on road access and report back to the main page. Hello! Could this area be also on the list for trout eradication? The hike in wore me out and took us a little over 5.5 hours to get there. Once pass a couple riparian areas, the trail begins to climb uphill. There was still a decent amount of water flowing at the first stream (South Mountaineer Creek). Same question here, although we’re planning on heading up the first weekend in April. Do you happen to know if there is a trail to the summit? The most up-to-date conditions can be found on this page or by visiting Voyageurs National Park's Facebook page. We are planning to make a trip this weekend to Maggie Lakes. Still wild flowers in meadows. Any recent trail reports about Maggie Lakes? MORC TRAIL CONDITIONS Always check trail conditions before riding. Mostly above 7,000 feet in elevation, this wilderness contains scenic variations of alpine and sub-alpine forest of White & Red Fir, Lodgepole Pine, Western White Pine, Jeffrey & Ponderosa Pine, with an abundance of wildflowers in the Spring and Summer. We have large (3 liter) camel backs so we probably can make it to the lakes without refilling but just curious. Does anyone know if the road will be open – and are small cars ok or do you need a SUV? The most up-to-date conditions can be found on this page or by visiting Voyageurs National Park's Facebook page. Mid week so we had the lakes to ourselves. Thanks! This calm stretch of the South River will get easier to paddle — once a pair of access points are built. If my car can’t make it the last mile, is it possible to park before then? Water crossings were very minor, didn’t even get shoes wet…nothing like the rushing rivers I was expecting! Learn how your comment data is processed. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/lewis-camp-trail-to-the-little-kern-river (It was a quick trip) But there were a ton of fish jumping at the insects during sunset. State Trails. The “alternative” map is for those who wish to go the longer route (11 miles total one way) due to road closures, snow, or simply to do something different. Maggie's in Boonville has been open 13 years. We just got back from Maggie Lakes this past weekend (10/10-10/12 trip). Just got back. From Wishon via either of these trails is about 11 miles to Maggie Lakes; the trails are shown on the USFS quadrangle maps of the area. One is to bring plenty of water if your scared of natural sources. The road is open right now so it should be clear for you. The trail climbs by Alpine Meadow, Neva Point junction, upper portions of the Alpine Creek watershed. I want to squeeze it in before it becomes freezing cold. If you are wanting to visit the other lakes, you will need to cross country to them. Otherwise thanks again for the update! The 10,500-acre Jennie Lakes Wilderness is a lovely mixture of lakes, meadows, forests, and streams. I just got back from an overnighter to Maggie Lakes. Check trail conditions before you head out on your trip. Thanks! If you look at the map provided on this website, you’ll see where the trail stays along the Tule and would be great for fishing. After refilling up water bottles and crossing the creek, a trail junction is encountered. All, property owners are voting members of the Maggie Lakes Owners, Association. Thanks for the information Craig. Trail Riders Snowmobile Club (1 month ago) Trenary Northern Trails Snowmobile Club (1 month ago) Tri-County Snowmobile and ORV Club (3 weeks ago) U.P. 1 priority for purchase, said City Planning Commissioner Tim Keane on March 24, just before an Atlanta City Council committee voted preliminary approval. It does not warrant the information to be completely representative of current conditions. It was my first time there and I would do it again in a heartbeat. Know before you go! The ranger told me in acknowledging my permit application that the North Road is currently closed – may or may not be open by this weekend. Belknap Range. Hi Joshua. Please remember to check with the local Fish and Wildlife department to ensure the stream is open to the public. Hope to check it out in the near future… Thanks! Thanks Craig. Otherwise wait until the trail gets into the Peck Canyon watershed approximately 3 miles ahead. . The trail continues to trek downhill giving users a break from the uphill climbing along views of the old Maggie Fire in 2006. Mud Lake. This is considered the the second uphill pull. We settled on Loop 1 breaking it into three days with stops at Maggie and Ramona Lakes. I called the ranger station and FS road 21S50 is open now. Snowmobilers are reminded that snowmobiling occurs in a wilderness, non-engineered environment and the condition of the trail can significantly change over the course of a day due to climate, traffic, and other conditions. This makes it so hard to decide now, since I planned to check out the Big PIne Lakes – North Trail as the alternative. Thanks for any insight you can give. Change ). Otter Lake. Probably in the mid-60s during the day and low-40s at night. Approximately 0.5 miles downhill the trail will arrive at an unnamed creek or “Pecks Creek.” Here is the second source of water along the trail that flows all year long. Camped at Lower Maggie 2 nights, day hiked to Upper Maggie on day 2 for an invigorating swim. This ends the second pull and the trail descends down into Griswold Meadow. Note the two “keep-off” drinking water reservoirs on the western side of the trail, Long Lake and Fish Creek Reservoir. Around mile marker 5, the trail goes east and uphill towards Summit Lake. I downloaded the map on this page as well as the route description, so hopefully both will be enough to get us to Maggie Lakes without getting lost! Great views of the San Joaquin Valley and the towering peaks of Coyote Ridge and Western Divide can been seen. Oh great catch on that typo. When our back packers, hikers, trail blazers, horse people, and photo buffs come through for adventure I give warnings. There was plenty of water in the first stream (maybe a mile and a half from trail head) then there wasn’t any water until the last stream (about a mile from the lake)…. Lots of beautiful meadows full of wildlflowers and lovely views from the vistas. Pequet Lake. Snowmobilers are reminded that snowmobiling occurs in a wilderness, non-engineered environment and the condition of the trail can significantly change over the course of a day due to climate, traffic, and other conditions. Any update on road 21S50 to the Summit Trailhead being open yet. All information is appreciated and welcomed Thanks again. Hi Noel, we are planning on heading up on August 8th and would like to know what you observe about the lakes and streams. Ongie Lake. Yes it is possible Alan. trail: poor: Glacial Lakes State Trail: 2021-01-14: Trail is bare at this time. Hi, I have a permit to hike this over Memorial Day weekend. We had a group of 30 with mules and horse. We did manage to find a single wildflower that wasn’t dead, but that was about it. Awesome, thanks for the thorough report HHH! Dapples of sunlight came through the tree line as the sun was setting. Details to come . Hiking for another mile and you will arrive at the lower Maggie Lake. Keep going west towards Maggie Lakes as the trail north goes to private property. I have always wanted to go to Maggie Lks and climb Maggie Mtn, It’s a great trip and there are books to sign at thebtop of both peaks near Maggie lakes. Michigan Sledhead™ Snowmobile Trail Reports January,14 2020 Very Thin Although there are some ridable areas in the Western U.P. However, if this is appealing I would recommend fishing South Mountaineer Creek (0.5 miles from Summit Trailhead) and Mountaineer Creek (4.5 miles from Summit Trailhead). Visit bents-camp.com for more information. We could wait and make the whole hike saturday but wanted to get started if possible. Tiny patch of snow that is probably melted by now. Otherwise a trip to the Little Kern Lakes would be another one, but it is about 13 to 14 miles. She writes heartwarming women's fiction, historical fiction, and romance novels with unforgettable characters. Our goal is to maintain a quality environment for the benefit of all members. Do you have any information that would be helpful on taking this trail in vs the shorter one in you post? OK, thank you, do you know if it is cross-able at the moment? Deanna Lynn Sletten is the author of THE WOMEN OF GREAT HERON LAKE, MISS ETTA, MAGGIE'S TURN, THE LAKE HARRIET SERIES, and several other titles. *Trail Status Reports provide notice of trail route accessibility, the reports are not an assurance of trail quality. I spoke to a ranger last week and she told me that the water sources en route are sketchy at best, but that was before the rain we had this past weekend so the lakes may be nice and full. Hi there, I responded earlier today but I think my comment got lost during the WordPress login. Dispersed camping is found throughout the area. foot prints, to find the trail. Planning on hiking this on August 9-11, are camp fires allowed near the lakes? O thanks so much for the update. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. Markey Lake. The climb is considered 1 of the 3 “uphill pulls” the trail makes. Do you need wilderness passes to go there and stay the night? Also to note: The ranger confirmed that Jacobson and Griswold trails, which are connectors from the Wishon trail to the Summit trail, are completely overgrown. This trail crosses the river about 4 times. He said you could probably find your way up with map and compass navigation, but you’ll be hiking through dense overgrowth. The trail is located at the top of the Alder Creek drainage, which flows west into the Tule River. Easy to just hop off the trail and go fish a bit then jump back on it. Join us as we discuss the Michigan Fishing License options, fishing rules and fishing regulations. Anyone hiked up to Maggie Lakes via Summit recently? This trail has plenty of meadows to play in, especially along the southern portion of the trail. The lakes were beautiful! Its been a dry year so want to be sure there is enough water. Always let someone know your route. She has also written one middle-grade novel that takes you on the adventure of a lifetime. Carl T. Johnson Hunting and Fishing Center ... Lake Roland. Curious if any update on water. ... via Lonesome Lake Trail, Fishin' Jimmy Trail, Kinsman Pond Tra... Friday, Jan. 15 Rodney Phillips. Canyon views, high alpine lakes, vistas. We are looking at the longer router so we can fish the river on the way in. Three people have drowned in the river in the last few weeks, although mostly from taking selfies on slippery banks and falling into the river. Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. ... via Lonesome Lake Trail, Fishin' Jimmy Trail, Kinsman Pond Tra... Friday, Jan. 15 Rodney Phillips. I should have called them the following Monday, but it slipped my mind. Consolation prize for no Elk sightings, I spotted a porcupine near the the second run off just before the Maggie Creek. Hi Kyle. Within about 15 minutes of going downhill the trail crosses South Mountaineer. Thank you for all the great tips above! I’m headed up there next week for a couple nights – we’re bringing our poles, but won’t expect much fish. Please feel free to post comments, pictures and videos related to the trail conditions in and around the Big Moose Lake and Old Forge area. Trails are closed when wet or otherwise fragile to protect them from damage. The trail south of Maggie Peak is called the Griswold Trail. How do you get permits for Maggie Lakes? Steep then steady grade. I just got update from Tulare county that Balch Park will open this weekend. The trail may fade slightly in areas, but look for stacked rocks or past use, i.e. The trailbed itself was cleared. It was a beautiful hike and I would highly suggest it to anyone. Trail markers were lacking in a lot of areas and there were a ton trees down over the trail making for a harder hike out on day 1. Sincerely Nita Sharp. From here the trail ascends the cleavage between the peaks and reaches the pass in another half mile. If there are updates to give users of the Long Meadow Trail up to Summit and Maggie Lakes, such as down trees, rock slides, etc., please feel free to let me know via “Contact Us” or continuing posting here. Credit: Sue Sanders. After another half mile of climb the trail passes Granite Lake, a small glacial lake at the base of Maggies Peaks. perfect backdrop for property owners to enjoy fishing, hunting, hiking, boating, and skiing, along with the beauty and peace of the northwoods. ( Log Out /  Hey Noel, we’re going up August 8th as well and would also like to know about current conditions for water and fishing. At this point the trail climbs uphill and up to a great vista point. Two is to bring first aid kits and some way of getting help. Markey Lake. First allowed campsite - Sphinx Creek Junction (4 miles). I’m the camp host at Shake Camp. Camp was dry and much warm the previous. New Hampshire Hiking Trail Conditions. Closure order terminates 10-6-2015 at 0800 AM. Bubb's Creek Trail: Begins at Road's End. Maggie Lake. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. If so where do you get them? Having a hard time finding the info. Snow shoe trails are in good shape but you may be the first one following unpacked but marked terrain. The climb initially is steep, but does decrease in grade after about 10 minutes of hiking. Example is going downhill a mile or so to find enough water to fish in the creeks. Cohos Trail. By Maggie Lee. Crossing through another riparian/meadow area the trail climbs uphill once more. Streams still running, but lake levels dropping. Summit Lake has fish, so you can fish there after you hike for about 7.6 miles. When in meadows watch for springs and creeks that can keep relatively deep sinkholes open to the ground. My guess as to why would be a die-off due to the Cabin fire very near to the area in July of 2015. The lakes are still beautiful (my second trip there) but if you’re expecting to catch fish you’ll be disappointed. Is it closed right now with regards to COVID-19? A woman returns to her small-town home to investigate father's death, which authorities considered a mere hunting accident. Hi I am wondering with average snow condition, when will the lake start to thaw? People had gone before me as well so it was becoming established again. Thanks for the update Todd. The trail enters Glacier Peak Wilderness and winds through dense old growth forest and huge boulder patches to Slide Lake at 3,100-feet elevation. With a combination of an alpine lake, swimming option, and the superb views from Maggie's Peak, this hike packs a lot of bang for your buck! Were famous for our burgers and breaded tenderloin sandwich. The middle lake, which is literally just on the other side of the lower lake takes about 5 minutes. Thanks for the pointers and good advice Nita! Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Hi! The shortest route is starting at the Summit Trailhead (8,265 feet) at the end of Forest Service road 21S50 or “north road.” There is a small parking area and a place to temporarily tie up horses. A wildfire is east of Jacobsen Meadow so heads up. Very dry, but still gorgeous. Will have a roads report soon but North Road is partially open. Hi Elizabeth. So if bringing horses in for the trek please know this. Ongie Lake. Yes. I will be leaving before the office opens and am nervous about the path being obscured by fallen trees and/or snow. Picnic tables provided, you may want to bring your own chairs. Do you know of any good alternative 3-day trips in the area that are open / accessible? Three please know some ares are more rocky terrain than others. State Trails. He also said you should plan on having to wait several days to get across the river depending on flows. Thanks! This year we will meet outside in the Alpha, Village Pavillion. Sure is!! Any suggested alternatives for a three day / two night hike that are more accessible right now (between COVID and seasonal roads)? I’ll get my info from my bosses from CALFIRE. Current Trail Updates and Safety Information. Hi guys, Any word on this? This provides the. Keep going west towards Maggie Lakes as the trail north goes to private property. The trail may fade slightly in areas, but look for stacked rocks or past use, i.e. Griswold Meadow has a dispersed camping area and a small creek near the trail. External Links. Last month a water report came in stating there was water at South Mountaineer Creek, unnamed creek a mile short of Maggie, and Maggie Lakes themselves. Either way, we wold really like to know what you see up there. Some snow on the way tonite. Hi Nancy, The upper lake level had dropped about 5′, the middle lake about 1′, and the lower lake about 2′. South Mountaineer Creek has small goldens right at the trail and below. We saw a small bear that next day, and also found we’d been followed by a mountain lion on the way up the day before, judging by the cat tracks on top of our day-old boot tracks. 41 mile Loop. Voyageurs National Park Facebook page is a public page. Shorter Hikes. Do you have any recommendations with the same type of views of lakes, ability to fish, relatively same amount of distance and possibility of making a fire (not needed but would be nice)? Iron Belle Trail; Visitor Centers. Rae Lakes Loop: Begins at Road's End. NH 100 Highest. Today the folks are Western Divide Ranger District said they heard the river between Shake cmpgrd and Maggie Lakes is impassable. NH 200 Highest. Heading up in mid October. An easy way is to simply follow the stream on the west side of the lower lake uphill. Otter Lake. The trail is not in very good condition once you pass summit lake, make sure you have navigation tools with you. I’m looking at backpacking this the week of July 4th. As with the Maggie Lake loop, this route offers another option for combining backpacking with day hiking on the Western Uplands Trail. Thanks! Mud Lake. The only open access into the Golden Trout Wilderness and Maggie Lakes is the Wishon trail via the Long Meadow trail. 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