About
Length (round trip)9.2 mi
ShapeOut-and-Back
DifficultyModerate
Elevation gain460 ft up
Typical time5 hr
TrailheadString Lake trailhead
SurfaceFlat lakeside path then forest
Best seasonJuly to September. Canyon trails hold snow into July and high passes into August.
DogsNot allowed
AccessibilityThe Bearpaw and Trapper Lakes Trail is a moderate, 9.2 mi (14.8 km) RT out and back trail with 460 ft (140 m) of elevation gain and an average slope of 4%. While the trail is long, there is little elevation change. Once past the intial 5-6 stairs at the Leigh Lake Trailhead, the trail has numerous small ups and downs and feature obstacbles, such as exposed roots and rocks.
What you'll see 🌄 Big views🏞️ Lake🦌 Wildlife

Starting along the eastern shore of String Lake, this trail takes you through the forested shorelines and beyond Leigh Lake to Bearpaw and Trapper Lakes. While the trail is long, there is little elevation change, making it an easy to moderately difficult trail. The trail ends at Trapper Lake, a small lake in an open meadow, and allows for spectacular views of Mount Moran.

Tips
Beyond Leigh Lake the crowds vanish almost completely. Nearly flat for the distance.
Location

String Lake trailhead

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