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Day Hike - Carbon River Road, Green Lake & Ranger Falls

Carbon River Road Highlights. Old Mine, Ranger Falls, Green Lake, Chenuis Falls

KT / Karen Trilevsky KT / Karen Trilevsky
January 21, 2025
  • Road suitable for all vehicles

  • The Road to the Ranger Station and the Trailhead is dry and debris-free.

    The Carbon River Road Trail and all side trails are clear of blowdowns, limited mud, no snow, a few icy spots, and all bridges free of ice. We had microspikes but never used them.

The day was cold 21F to start and warmed to mid 30s, clear & sunny. It's a beautiful time of year on the Carbon River. The side trips really make this hike special - Old Mine, Ranger Falls, Green Lake, and Chenuis Falls. Total distance of 13 miles and 1,800 elevation gain. The pace can fast since much (7 miles) of the route is easy- on the old road.