Lac du Lauzon via Lac Bleu
Gap
Superb hike up to a balcony, home to two lakes with views over snow capped peaks and glaciers
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 7.1 km
- Ascent
- 547 m
- Descent
- 548 m
- Duration
- 2-3 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.6 km
- High Point
- 2.2 km
- Gradient
- 14˚
Great views over Le Sirac, glacier de Charboureou, and plenty of spots for a bivouac close to both of the lakes on the balcony. The first is a crystal clear small lake with views over the water to the mountains. The second is larger with a few more good spots to camp.
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Description
I took Lac Bleu first, but next time I think I'll go the other way round, as the trail from the valley up to Lac Lauzon is a bit more of a scramble, so probably easier to start up in that direction.
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Picturesque
- Wild flowers
- Water features