Merrill Lake Campground Loop
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Staying at Merrill Lake Campground? Set out on the casual Merrill Lake Campground Loop, a 1.6 km stroll that leads you through the campground, along the lakeshore, and back. This walk is essentially flat and is suitable for all ages and skill levels. Bring some paddleboards or a picnic if you want to spend more time enjoying the lake.
Route Description for Merrill Lake Campground Loop
If you’re staying at the Merrill Lake Campground, this short and sweet loop is the ideal way to enjoy the lake and get a few steps in. Those not staying at the campground can make use of the day use parking and spend the afternoon walking, paddleboarding, picnicking, or swimming.
The walk begins from the parking loop near the camping sites. You’ll walk south past the restrooms and past the day use parking. The trail forks near the water and you can decide which way to go. Staying left will give you the closest lake views on the return trip and staying right will start your hike with the lake nearby.
There are no intersecting trails to worry about, so whichever way you choose to go, relax and enjoy your walk. The loop turns back around about a half-mile in, and then you’ll follow the same trail back to the starting point.
Getting to the Merrill Lake Campground Loop Trailhead
The trailhead for the Merrill Lake Campground Loop is in the campground in the parking loop.
Route Information
Backcountry Campground:
Merrill Lake Campground
When to do:
March-November
Pets allowed:
Yes - On Leash
Family friendly:
Yes
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Low
Route Type:
Loop
Merrill Lake Campground Loop Elevation Graph
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