Lake · Mountain Loop
Bald Mountain Lake
10.2 mi round trip2,852 ft gainHardDay hike: No permitOvernight: No permit
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Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation.
OvernightNo permit
No permit or reservation. Camp at least 200 ft from lakes and streams.
Outside wilderness and park boundaries, on Forest Service land. Matched from official boundaries and trail managers. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance10.2 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain2,852 ftTotal climb, round trip
Lake elevation3,632 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Bald Mountain Lake is a lake reached by a 10.2-mile round trip from Mallardy Ridge Trailhead. The route follows Walt Bailey Trail, then Bald Mountain Ridge Trail to the shore.
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What you need
Parking and passes
Forest Service trailhead: display a Northwest Forest Pass or an interagency pass (America the Beautiful).
Buy a Northwest Forest PassGetting there
The hike starts at Mallardy Ridge Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.