Are dogs allowed on Wheeler Lake?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Wheeler Lake but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Wheeler Lake?

No, Wheeler Lake does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Wheeler Lake?

Wheeler Lake is rated difficult. It is 6.9 miles long with 1,663 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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DifficultOut and Back

Pike National Forest/Colorado

Wheeler Lake

Fairplay, Colorado

6.9 mi

Distance

1,663 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 55m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Wheeler Lake is located in the northern part of the state of Alabama in the United States, between Rogersville and Huntsville. Created by Wheeler Dam along the Tennessee River, it stretches 60 miles (97 km) from Wheeler Dam to Guntersville Dam. It is Alabama's second largest lake at 68,300 acres (276 km2), only a few hundred acres smaller than Alabama's Guntersville Lake, which is 69,100 acres (280 km2) and is separated by the Guntersville dam from the lake.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

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Elevation Profile

Min:3,345 ft

Max:3,720 ft

507 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by United States Forest Service

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Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

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Wheeler Lake

About This Trail

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Nearby Trails

Wheeler Lake, Clinton Peak, McNamee Peak, Traver Peak

North Star Mountain Trails

Crystal Lake

Cornice Creek

Hoosier Ridge

Mount Silverheels

Other trails in Pike National Forest

Seven Bridges Trail

Palmer Trail (Section 16)

St. Mary's Falls Trail

Mount Muscoco Trail

Catamount Falls Trail

Mount Sherman Trail via Four Mile Creek Road

Campgrounds near this trail

Wheeler Lake Colorado - OHV Route

McCullough Gulch Designated Dispersed Camping

Spruce Creek/Crystal Creek Designated Dispersed Camping

Lower Crystal Lake- Dispersed Camping

Selkirk Campground

Boreas Pass Section House

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