Trail
Cliff Lake Trail #100
The Cliff Lake Trail provides relatively quick access into one of the most picturesque alpine cirque basin and lake on the Superior Ranger District. The scenic attractions include unobstructed views of Diamond Lake, Torino Peak, and Eagle Cliff from an open point at the west end of Diamond Lake.
Listed under Hiking trails · River access & fishing
About this place
The Cliff Lake Trail actually starts near the waterfall at the outlet of Diamond Lake. From the outlet at Diamond Lake, the trail follows an old logging road which parallels above the north side of Diamond lake. At the end of this road, the actual foot trail becomes evident as it leaves the road and descends to a viewpoint at the western end of Diamond Lake.
Practical information
- Town
- Other towns
- Arrival
- From Interstate 90 take the Dry Creek exit #43 turn south on the Dry Creek Frontage Road 69. Follow Road 69 to the junction of Dry Creek Road 342. Turn west onto the Dry Creek Road and drive 9.5 miles to the junction of Diamond Lake Road 7843. Turn south and drive 4.1 miles to Diamond Lake. There is ample parking in this area. Trail #100 starts on the west side of the bridge.
- Parking
- Parking for 5 to 6 cars; outhouse and undeveloped camp site at trailhead.
- Distance
- 1.2 miles
- Route surface
- Standard/Terra Trail — A trail that has a surface consisting predominantly of the ground and that is designed and managed to accommodate use on that surface.
- Difficulty
- Moderate due to uphill grades at higher elevation.
- Hours
- Yearly
- Use rules
- Closed to all motorized vehicles. Stock use is discouraged.
- Managed by
- Federal agency
- Phone
- 406-822-4233
Activities
- Hiking
- Fishing
Amenities
- Parking
- Restroom
Sources
- from fs.usda.gov/r01/lolo/recreation/trails/cliff-lake-trail-100 updated
- from fs.usda.gov/media/245099 updated
- from fs.usda.gov/r01/lolo/recreation/superior-area updated