Alta Lake Trail #979
This lightly traveled trail begins at Wallowa Creek and climbs two miles to the open forest land on the south slope of Gopher Ridge within Sky Lakes Wilderness. The trail continues on to junction with the Middle Fork Trail #978, King Spruce, and Seven Lakes Trail #981. Good camping areas present both to the east and west of Alta Lake on high ground.
Water is present only at Boulder Pond and Alta Lake. Boulder Pond may be dry by September. No horse feed available at Alta Lake.
Specific Trail Information
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
- Connecting trails: Middle Fork Trail #978, King Spruce, Seven Lakes Trail #981
- Trail is not designed for: mountain bike, motorized bike, ATV, 4-wheel drive, barrier free
June - October
Not available
Wilderness regulations apply
