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Aker Lake
Arizona
Blocked todayArizona
Blocked today
Free — you'll pick up right here.
9.3 mi
Distance
240 ft
Gain
3h 12m
Time
Conditions: Blocked
for hike, todayAn agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good
2 factors · 2 sources
Newest 4 h ago · oldest 4 h
problem: Agency alerts
3 active alerts in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests; most severe: Benny Creek Campground/Southfork Day Use Area Closure Order - Springerville Ranger District
USFSPosted Sep 30, 2025 · checked 4 h ago
clear: Weather
Rain, high 70°F / low 49°F, 23% precip — 91/100 for hike
OpenWeather4 h ago
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Why you'll love it
Loop trail
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Aker Lake
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 9.3 mi
- Elevation gain
- 240 ft
- Highest point
- 9,145 ft
- Lowest point
- 8,841 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Bikes
- yes
About this trail
Aker Lake is a 9.25-mile loop trail in Arizona with 240 feet of elevation gain. It is managed by the Forest Service.
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