Loch Lamond Overlook from St. Mary's Glacier

Parking is $20 per car so you'll want to carpool! Take a look at the RSVP list and reach out to others to form a carpool to share the cost of parking.

Let's try this again! Last time it was very cold and windy! An exploratory hike to Loch Lamond Overlook from St. Mary's Glacier Trailhead. We will hike the 6.5 mile round trip above the glacier and into the wide alpine tundra.

This is not a beginner hike and you must be able to complete the entire trail and stay with the group.

The trail is rocky and loose from the beginning until we reach St. Mary's Lake where it levels out for a while. Then it'll be a slow, steep and rocky climb to the tundra. Poles are very helpful. As we go we'll have great views of Mount Bancroft and James Peak. At the junction is Kingston Peak Trail, we'll go left heading south to the Rock House (a big pile of rocks) or Loch Lomond Overlook. It's near the edge of the James Peak Wilderness and is full of epic views!!! Resting at 11,200 feet in elevation, the Loch Lomond Overlook is connected to Reynolds Lake, Steuart Lake, and Ohman Lake with many cascading creeks and waterfalls in the area.

Dog Free Hikes...Please leave your baby dogs at home for Baby Boomer hikes.

Carpooling: Parking lot at the St. Mary's TH costs $20 so you'll want to carpool. Read about the parking... https://www.koaa.com/community/jefferson-awards
Arrange your own carpool from your neighborhood or Wooly Mammoth, Section CC is a good place to meet.

Directions to the Trailhead: I-70 westbound, take exit #238 Fall River Road. Drive approximately 8.9 miles to St Mary's Drive, turn left, There are a couple porta potties at the trailhead. Its always Leave No Trace!

What should you bring...Check the weather at trail location before you leave home and come prepared with appropriate hiking clothing, waterproof boots, hiking poles, microspikes, backpack and snacks, and water. Make sure you have in your pack in case you need it - rain gear, hat, gloves, extra socks, and extra layers, etc. Make it the best experience possible by being prepared!

Bring food and water to enjoy on the trail.

See you there!

Important Note: This is a participate at your own risk event!

Life is risky. I am not a professional guide. By signing up for this hike you acknowledge that you are solely responsible for your own safety.