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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2022
A sign marks the start of the loop trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2022
Most of the trail is on dirt track, easily marked and good for most ability levels.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2022
Views of the lake's old wooden cabins abound along the hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2022
Cabin dock with views of the Kirkwood Ski Resort.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2022
At times, hikers will find themselves weaving closely to the cabins, but most of the hike is nicer and at a fair distance.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2022
Kirkwood Lake hiking loop trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2022
The trail traces the lake's edge.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2022
If going counter clockwise, the hike will end at the day use beach area.

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