Hancock Lake
- 1.8 mi
- round trip
- 515 ft
- climb
- 7,959 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Hancock Lake is a short, easy hike in the Dubois Ranger District of Caribou-Targhee National Forest in Idaho, about 1.8 miles long and with a one-way climb of about 515 feet. It's an out-and-back route, and the trail is rated easy, so it works well for a quick outing or as a stop while exploring the surrounding area. The trail is on natural surface and allows both bikes and horses. It is not an accessible trail, so plan on using a vehicle or walking for the trip. Summer is the most comfortable time to go. Typical averages from the nearby Lakeview, MT weather station show July and August highs around 77°F with lows in the low 40s, while winter highs stay in the 20s. Aldous Lake Loop starts just 0.1 mile away, and the Aldous Lake Trailhead is about 1.1 miles off. Salamander Lake and Trail Creek are both within about 3.5 miles.
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