Recreation Region: Highway 88 Corridor Area
Lake Margaret Trail
Hiking to Lake Margaret is a moderate 2.5 mile walk that includes traversing granite slabs, forest, meadows, and crossing several streams (which may be high in springtime; use caution). The wildflowers in mid-summer and changing color of aspens in autumn are beautiful.
Current Conditions
Trailhead is being updated the summer of 2025
Specific Trail Information
Trail Number
17E46
Trail Type
Standard/Terra Trail — A trail that has a surface consisting predominantly of the ground and that is designed and managed to accommodate use on that surface.
General Information
Address: 26820 Silver Drive Pioneer, CA 95667
Phone: (209) 259-3774
Hours: 8 AM until 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Directions
The trailhead is located on the north side of Highway 88 between Kirkwood Inn and Caples Lake.
Additional Information
Operated By
Forest Service
