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Josephine Lake #1916

The trail starts at the junction with Henderson Park trail and ends at the lake. Josephine Lake Trail climbs about 1,100 feet in elevation in just a little over one mile; until you get on the ridge at which time the trail drops down by the lake surrounded by 12,000+ foot peaks. The entire length of this hike; in at Henderson Park trailhead, up to Josephine Lake, out at Henderson Park trailhead; is 10.8 miles from start to finish - a tough one day, yet a beautiful backpack trip. There are great…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 39.378785, -106.583003

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • El Jebel Area
  • Capitol Ditch #1963
  • Hell Roaring #1960
  • The Crown Rec Area
  • Deep Creek Day Use Area
  • North Fork #1974

Frequently asked questions

Is Josephine Lake #1916 reservable?

Josephine Lake #1916 is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Josephine Lake #1916?

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How do I book a campsite at Josephine Lake #1916?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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