Lake · Wild Sky Wilderness
Grotto Lake
2.7 mi round tripEasy by distanceDay hike: Free self-issueOvernight: Free self-issue
Get alerts for this hikePermits and reservations
Day hikeFree self-issue
Fill out the free wilderness permit at the trailhead kiosk.
OvernightFree self-issue
No reservation. Use the same free permit, keep groups to 12 or fewer, and camp at least 200 ft from water.
Wild Sky Wilderness rules from the Forest Service. Matched from official wilderness boundaries. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance2.7 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gainNot measuredTotal climb, round trip
Lake elevation3,809 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Grotto Lake is a lake reached by a 2.7-mile round trip from Eagle Lake Fisherman's Trailhead. The route follows old road to the shore.
Heads up: 93% on old roads.
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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 Eagle Lake Fisherman's Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.