BASIN

Basin Lakes National Recreation Trail (# 61) is 4 miles long. The trail is a steady forested climb to upper and lower Basin Lakes passing a waterfall along the way. Lower Basin Lake is partially covered with lily pads and Upper Basin Lake offers scenic views of the surrounding mountains. Distance to: Basin Creek Falls 0.5 miles Lower Basin Lake 2.5 miles Upper Basin Lake 4 miles Elevation change: 2000+ feet. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, Bicycle. Horses are allowed ONLY during hunting season. Basin Trailhead provides access to Basin Lakes National Recreation Trail (# 61) and the west side of the Silver Run Trail (# 102) via the Basin Spur Trail (# 61A). There is ample parking and a vault toilet at the trailhead. *The West Fork Road is closed from December 2- April 14. Between these dates, you cannot drive to the trailhead.