New Mexico · Hiking · Near Arroyo Seco

Lost Lake

1.1 mi
round trip
360 ft
climb
11,759 ft
high point
Out and back
route

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Lost Lake is an easy hike in the Questa Ranger District of Carson National Forest in northern New Mexico. The trail is 1.1 miles long and rises about 360 feet from its starting point, making it a short, low-effort outing. The route is an out-and-back that climbs to a high point of 11,759 feet, with the lowest part of the trail sitting at about 11,383 feet. It is an easy walk, so it works well for a brief stop on the way to or from other destinations in the area. The closest nearby trails are Wheeler Summit, about 1.2 miles away, and Wheeler Peak/Bull of the Woods, roughly 1.8 miles off. For an overnight base, Twining Campground is about 3.1 miles away, and Twining Blue Lake Pack Trail is a similar distance.

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  • Sleep close

    Twining Campground

    Campground

    Campground · 2.3 mi from the trail
  • Eat after

    Phoenix Grill

    Restaurant

    On your way back · 2 mi
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    Harwood Museum of Art

    Museum

    Museum · 15 mi from Arroyo Seco

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