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Van Patten Lake Loop

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3.7 mi
Distance
1 hrs 51 min
Time
terrain
1,024 ft
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Overview

This is a moderate loop trail to Van Patten Lake in Wallowa-Whitman National Forest.

This trail goes by Van Patten Lake Trailhead.

This is an alternate route for Van Patten Lake Dam via National Forest Development Road 131.


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    3 years, 2 months ago
    Nice hike, uphill start sucks for an old man, but worth it. Beautiful granite rock bluffs on West side of lake. It’s been 25 years since I was here last. Nice mountain lake. Enjoyed Rob, embers and Sheldon, the two dogs loved it. Robs first trip here.
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Public Tracks

There are no published trips for this hike. There are 9 private trips.

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