Boulder Lake Trail #463

This is a strenuous hike to a beautiful alpine lake with dispersed camping available. Access to Boulder Lakeshore Trail #463B and Little Boulder Trail #463A. There are 10 tent-only campsites at Boulder Lake Campground. This is a primitive campsite and isn't maintained by the Forest Service. Please follow Leave No Trace principles while camping at the lake.

This trail begins at Bonney Meadows Trailhead, located next to Bonney Meadows Campground (5,300’) and ends at FR 4880. From Bonney Meadows Trailhead, head northwest on this trail and after 0.2 mile the trail will reach Hidden Meadows Trail #472. Continue descending north on this trail 0.2 mile where the trail turns and begins to head southeast. The trail levels out slightly for the next 0.7 mile before descending 0.5 mile to Boulder Lake. From Boulder Lake, continue southeast 0.3 mile to Little Boulder Trail #463A. Turn left (east) and continue 0.5 miles to FR 4880 where trail ends. The trail may also be accessed from FR 4880 east of Boulder Lake and continue on to Bonney Meadows from the lake.

Trail maintenance is accomplished thanks to the help of the 44 Trails Association!

Link to Trail Description and Map (PDF File)

At a Glance