Frater Lake Trail and Lake Leo Trail
Colville, Washington
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48°39'16.3"N 117°29'5.6"W Maps | Directions |
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Cross Country Ski, Hike, Horseback, Mountain Bike, and Snowshoe
The Frater Lake Trail system includes a series of loop trails. The 1.8 Tiger Loop follows the southern and eastern shores of Frater Lake. A clockwise travel direction is suggested for the steeper 4.8 mile Coyote Loop. The 2.8 Lake Leo Trail and the 1.7 Lions Tail Trail are shorter loops. A picnic area and warming cabin are located near Frater Lake. The cabin is open all year and is available for overnight stays limited to two nights.
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Frater Lake
Open year-round, this trail system is best known for its winter groomed loop trails.
https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/frater-lakeFrater Lake - Northeast Washington Trails
Frater Lake Trail includes a series of loop trails that include about 15 miles of cross country ski trails, which make excellent mountain biking trails.
https://newashingtontrails.com/frater-lake/Never modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
Read MoreBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Colville, Washington
- Head north on N Maple St toward E 2nd Ave (0.1 mi)
- Turn right at the 2nd cross street onto WA-20 E/E 3rd AveContinue to follow WA-20 EDestination will be on the left(29.3 mi)
From Colville follow state Route 20 for 29 miles east to Frater Lake. From Newport travel state Route 20 north to Tiger and continue 6 miles west to the trailhead.
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