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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
10/10/2022
The hike out to Red Lake begins on the shores of Big Valley Lake.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
10/10/2022
Along the walk, there are small foot paths to other spots along the shore of Big Valley Lake.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
10/10/2022
A footbridge crosses the outflow creek of Big Valley Lake if hikers would prefer not to cross the stream.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
10/10/2022
A waterfall along the hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
10/10/2022
The foot path crosses the stream to continue up toward Red Lake.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
10/10/2022
While a bit confusing, the foot path continues to the right side of the rental cabins.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
10/10/2022
Gaining about 75' in elevation, the single track heads toward the basin that Red Lake lies in.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
10/10/2022
Views across Big Valley Lake along the hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
10/10/2022
Approaching Red Lake.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
10/10/2022
First views of Red Lake in the mountain basin.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
10/10/2022
Red Lake, with the waterfall accessible on the far end.