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Lake Stuart

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Backpack - Lake Stuart

The Enchantments in larch season. Two nights camping at Lake Stuart with a hike to Horseshoe Lake planned for the second day.

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Barbara Folmer
Barbara Folmer
Primary Leader
  • Strenuous
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 16.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,928 ft
  • Pace: 2 mph

The meeting place will be determined after I know where everyone is coming from.

This should be prime larch time and so a great trip weather permitting.  The trail beyond Lake Stuart to Horseshoe Lake is reported as challenging. Participants should be comfortable with difficult terrain and route finding. Please everyone, including friends, apply for leader permission. I have a short questionnaire and want to be fair about reviewing applications in the order received. You may ask for permission before registration officially opens. Expect to share the cost of the permit and gas.

Route/Place

Lake Stuart


  • USGS Enchantment Lakes
    Green Trails Enchantment Lakes No. 209S
    Green Trails Alpine Lakes East (Stuart Range) No. 208SX
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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

The Ten Essentials plus overnight gear which may include:

  • Tent with footprint/ground tarp
  • Stove and fuel
  • Sleeping bag
  • Sleeping pad
  • Water filter
  • Bear canister or extra stuff sack and cord designated for hanging food
  • Cooking pot/pan with plate and utensils
  • Toilet paper and shovel or blue bag to deal with waste
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