Copley Lake via Gunsight Pass Trail #585

Route Description for Copley Lake via Gunsight Pass Trail #585

Whether you are a casual hiker or a seasoned outdoor enthusiast, the Copley Lake via Gunsight Pass Trail #585 is a solid half-day hiking route that will provide you with a good amount of exercise and wonderfully scenic views of the surrounding woodlands and mountain peaks.

Setting out from the parking area, you will cross over Kebler Pass Road and pick up the footpath as it leads to the northwest, following along the banks of Elk Creek as you begin working your way uphill. Here, you will make your way through a lovely stretch of woodland terrain that is broken up by small meadows that will be filled with wildflowers in the summer.

After working your way through the most dense portion of forest along the route, you will arrive at the shores of Copley Lake and be inundated with beautiful views across the water that include the surrounding forests and mountains. After spending some time by the lake, you will make your way back down the same trail omn the return to your vehicle below.