Great views, we camped overnight and had the place to our self,it was great.The trail was much harder… Many hikers choose to make this route a loop by continuing west past the lake and returning to the parking area on the Lindeman/Greendrop Trail. Definitely would do it again (I wasn’t able to go to the Flora Peak as I probably missed the sign somewhere? Continuing alongside the lake shore leads to a ridge top and a view to the east: The freeway approaches Donner Lake, with Mount Rose in the distance. The Tahoe Valley Campground is the best place to stay if you want to check out some of the sights and sounds of South Lake Tahoe. This hike is a phenomenal fitness test! Flora Lake is a remote lake located in the northern environs of Yosemite National Park, California, United States.The lake is located in a rugged environment that is only accessible to intrepid hikers. Your email address will not be published. How to get there: Some snow at the peak, but nothing to be concern about. We were under time constraint to head back home in time. My watch marked 24km the entire trail. Beautiful area, the hike to the peak was really nice, not too steep, and would level off in patches, so it didn't feel as grueling. The first section to be built will be a 29-mile loop around one of North Carolina's premier recreation destinations, Lake James.Primarily a natural surface trail, the FFST provides users with gentle grades and spectacular views of Lake James. Flora Peak Loop... counter clockwise loop up and over, then down the SW Ridge. Notes: The trail down to Flora lake drops down a long ways and discourages many people from going the whole way because of the return trip back up the slope. To your left there is a gate and you’ll see a sign for Post Creek and the Lindeman/Greendrop Hikes. There are a … This is a easy out and back trail to Flora Lake in Tahoe National Forest. Turn around start walking back and look to the right then you’ll notice the orange markers. The views from the top of Flora are unreal and so worth it on a nice day. Once you have parked your car by the road, walk around the closed gate and follow the gravel road till you see a road/path to your right. SOUTH COAST — South Coast Striders will hike from Floras Lake to Blacklock Point on Sunday, June 28. We went to the lake then hiked back up to the peak. Top 9 Hiking Trails in Chilliwack For Kids (Ages 6 and 12), Take A Summer Digital Detox in 5 Easy Steps, How To Connect with Hikers, Track Hikes, and Get Motivated with Strava. Be prepared for a lot of climbing and sweating. There are a few water sources along the way which was amazing for us and the dogs. Elevation gain about 430 feet. This meant that for the first part of the hike I wouldn't actually be walking the Fonta Flora Trail but rather the connector path which links it to the nearby MST. Ironically, it took us the prescribed 10 hours to complete this loop. For some of our party, I’m guessing this hike turned out to be a lot tougher than they had anticipated. Soon after, the trees start thinning and shrinking and are slowly replaced by alpine shrubs and rockier terrain. As the trees thin, you will get some great views of the valley below. Eventually you will climb onto a saddle with great views of Chilliwack lake and the surrounding peaks. If you reach the Chilliwack Lake campground, you've gone too far. The trail will traverse Lake James State Park, part of Pisgah National Forest and Fonta Flora County Park in Burke County. Public. There should be some cars parked along the road (other hikers) when you get there. A hot spot for beginning windsurfers and kite boarders, this sandy lake in the coastal dunes has also become a secret mecca for hikers and backpackers exploring the wildest part of the state’s coast. Notes: Best Time To Go: Mid July to October Already tagged. Caution with narrow path along the cliffs. As of April, 2019 more than 20 miles of trail have been completed including a scenic covered bridge near the Linville Boat Access. Already tagged. Approx -5-7 hours return to go to the ridge and back as shown in the map on this page. The trail continues to traverse heather slopes with beautiful Great Loop from Flora Peak down to Flora lake, then to Greendrop and Linderman lakes. Took us 8 hours including 45mins total in breaks. Good leg burner. Start at the trailhead at the intersection of Fish Hatchery Road and NC 126. Already tagged. We decide to hike to Flora Lake. Description: A steep hike that first zig zags up to a saddle overlooking Chilliwack lake and after traversing some alpine, drops down into Flora lake. Friends told me it was way more worthwhile to just go to the peak and I would agree. A steady incline all the way. Best Time To Go: Mid July to October To enjoy fishing at Flora, you first of all need to negotiate the 7km (minimum 3 hour) hike to it, so people often make it an overnighter! The trail starts out flat but begins a brutal ascent of 1800 m in about 4 km. The long term vision for the Trail is to connect Downtown Asheville with Downtown Morganton. (imo) The sign says ~3km to Flora lake.. it felt like at least 5. Well marked. Gate: N49.09788 W121.45854: 10U 612523 5439481: Flora Lake Trailhead: N49.09940 W121.45897: 10U 612488 5439649 DESCRIPTION: Start from PCT parking lot. ©2020 Hike Chilliwack | Privacy | Terms | Chilliwack Hiking TrailsÂ. Can't wait to go back and finish it on a better day ! Bring sunscreen! Authorized in 2015, the Fonta Flora State Trail will connect Morganton to Asheville with a hiking and biking trail. Flora Lake Trail is a 9.5 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia, Canada that features a lake and is rated as difficult. Definitely decent hiking shoes required. it had some nice patches, and flora lake was pretty, but the stretch that connects Flora lake to Greendrop is quite rocky, and did a number to my hiking partners knees. Started clockwise on Lindeman Lake, after went to Greendrop lake. There is a bear cache. Lots of mosquitoes and flies so bring insect repellent! This would leave the more scenic portion of the loop along the lake for the back half of the hike. You’ll actually begin the hike at a county park, follow the shore of shallow Floras Lake out to the beach, walk below colorful cliffs, head inland up a brushy creek, take the Oregon Coast Trail through coastal woods, look down on a picturesque natural arch, and visit numerous clifftop viewpoints for wide-ranging views up and down the coast as well as to a colorful array of stacks out to sea. The Flora Lake trail is accessed off the same area as the Lindeman Lake Trail (see trail description). Beautiful day of hiking. Hiked this in in 8hrs with a long break at Flora Peak and another one at the lake. We went to Boreal Ski Ranch to pick up the Pacific Crest Trail head but instead of going north toward Castle Peak, we instead went south planning to see the three lakes … Azelea Lake, Flora Lake and Lake Angela. Once you have parked your car by the road, walk around the closed gate and follow the gravel road till you see a road/path to your right. The PCT is well worn so its a great trail, easy rolling at around the 7200 foot level. 1 Reviews of Flora Lake "Wow!I finally got to hike this trail this June, the trail is Relentless! The Fonta Flora State Trail (FFST) is a recreation facility that provides an unparalleled experience for people of all ages and abilities. Green drop to flora lake loop. There should be some cars parked along the road (other hikers) when you get there. Floras Lake is well known as a destination for fans of wind-powered water sports. Required fields are marked *. The trail starts after a short walk down the Post Creek access road at the trailhead marker. The trail to green lake is stunning and so on to lindeman. From there, enter the Fonta Flora State Trail through the park for about 4.5 miles until your reach the Lake James Boat Launch. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. This trail is designed to give views of the lake and, to the north, Linville Gorge. 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