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Recreation Region: Hebgen Lake Ranger District

Whits Lake

Whits Lake Trail, #75 is a short hike through fir trees and an open area at the lower lake then climbs gaining elevation to an upper lake with lily pads and a great osprey area.  Roundtrip is two miles.

A photo of a lake in a forested area, a small dirt path is next to the lake, pine trees surround the area.
A photo of a dirt trail in a forested area with grass and pine trees, a lake is in the distance.
A photo of a lake surrounded by brush and pine trees, a small dirt path leads to the lake, partly cloudy sky.
A photo of a trail sign that states "Whits Lake TR. No. 75 Share Trail uses Whits Lake" A dirt path extends into the forest with green grass and pine trees.

General Information

Open 24 hours/day

No fees are required for this site

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 44.80981

Longitude: -111.12906

Directions

From West Yellowstone travel 8 miles north on Hwy 191 then left on 287 for two miles.  Turn right on Whits Lake Road #971.  Follow the road to the end to Whits Lake Trailhead about 2.5 miles. 

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

No restroom available

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Day HikesDay Hikes

Last updated February 19, 2026

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