Place

Dead Lake

Standing water with grass growing in the middle of it.
Dead Lake is a seasonal mountain lake that may or may not have water in it upon visiting.

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Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits

Dead Lake, found above Snake Creek, is found in a glacial terminal moraine.
Follow an old roadbed on the north slope of the canyon. Middle sections are steep in the forested area of the trail. Dead lake is small alpine lake. 3.8 miles roundtrip. 1,561 feet elevation gain.

Great Basin National Park

Last updated: February 3, 2021