ACCESS: The Iron Creek Trailhead is very popular. Be ready with a back-up plan if you cannot find a parking spot. Please do not park in the sagebrush or trees on the side of the road, it destroys delicate alpine habitat.
Please don’t cut switchbacks! It causes erosion, destroys vegetation, and ruins the trail. This trail has many switchbacks, please use them!
Most of our trailheads do not have trash facilities. Please be prepared to pack out all of your trash from the trail and trailhead.
Fires are allowed ONLY on a fire pan or fire blanket. If you see a rock fire ring on the ground it is illegal, please don't use it. Bring a camp stove to cook instead of having a fire. Check fire restrictions before you go.
Bury human waste 6-8 inches deep. All toilet paper and wipes must be packed out. The nearest restroom is by Redfish Lake and Redfish Lodge. There is also a restroom at the Inlet Trailhead.
Store your food in a bear hang or bear proof container. A fed bear IS a dead bear. Help keep our wildlife wild.
This trail enters wilderness. You need a free wilderness permit which can be picked up at the trailhead or on the trail. Make sure you are aware of all the wilderness regulations.
Trailhead: Redfish Lake/Inlet Trailhead
Round trip: 15 miles
Elevation gain: 2050 ft
Begin either at the Redfish Trailhead and hike to the Inlet Trailhead or take the shuttle boat across Redfish Lake to the Inlet Trailhead. The trail follows Redfish Creek up the Redfish Canyon. At Flat Rock Junction you will ford Redfish Creek. This creek runs high in spring through summer so be prepared for high creek crossings. The trail slowly climbs up the glacial valley to Cramer Lakes.
