Trailhead
Cub Lake Trailhead
Trailhead on the road along Moraine Park for the 2.4-mile walk to Cub Lake, starting at 8,080 feet with about 540 feet of gain.
The Cub Lake trail leaves from the road that runs along the edge of Moraine Park, an area the park recommends for elk watching in spring and fall. The park lists Cub Lake at 2.4 miles one way with 540 feet of gain. To get there, take Bear Lake Road 1.3 miles, turn right on Moraine Park Campground Road, then left at the sign for the riding stable and trailheads.
Directions are from the park’s Cub Creek campsite page; permit hours from the timed-entry page; shuttle stops from the shuttle page.
At a glance rmnp · hiking · moraine park · shuttle
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