2.8 km away
Fishhook Creek
Family-friendly stoll along a mountain creek, ending at an incredible view of the Sawtooths.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 7 km
- Ascent
- 100 m
- Descent
- 100 m
Redfish Lake Winter Access
Sun Valley
Hike, snowshoe, or ski to the shore of Redfish Lake when the road is closed in winter.
Hiking Easy
- Distance
- 7.4 km
- Ascent
- 56 m
- Descent
- 56 m
- Duration
- 1-2 hrs
- Low Point
- 2 km
- High Point
- 2 km
- Gradient
- 1˚
In winter the dirt road the Redfish Lake closes to cars, and becomes a multi-use snow trail. It's heavily used by hikers, skiers, and snowmobiles, so the snow is usually firm enough to walk on. In fresh snow you may want snowshoes or skis.
Description
Nearing the lake, you'll pass the Redfish Trailhead, where trails like Fishhook Creek branch off. You'll then go past the shut-up Redfish Lake Lodge before reaching the shore and the dock. Continue onto the dock for a spectacular view over the likely frozen lake.
Difficulty
Easy
Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Wildlife
- Picturesque
- Dog friendly
- Water features
- Family friendly
Similar routes nearby
2.8 km away
Bench Lakes
With a boat shuttle, you can hike the length of Redfish Lake and see smaller, higher alpine lakes along the way.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 381 m
- Descent
- 386 m
8.7 km away
Alpine Lake and Baron Lakes
Popular hike from Redfish Lake, over a high pass, into an alpine basin with dramatic views and excellent backcountry campsites.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 26 km
- Ascent
- 1.2 km
- Descent
- 1.2 km
8.7 km away
Cramer Lakes and Cramer Divide
Backcountry camping at serene alpine lakes, and an extension to a high pass in the heart of the range.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 30 km
- Ascent
- 1.1 km
- Descent
- 1.1 km
9.8 km away
Sawtooth Lake from Iron Creek
A popular hike to two of the most stunning lakes in the Sawtooth Mountains.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 568 m
- Descent
- 568 m
9.8 km away
Alpine Peak from Sawtooth Lake
Bag a Sawtooth summit after hiking to this popular lake.
Extreme Hiking
- Distance
- 18 km
- Ascent
- 999 m
- Descent
- 999 m
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