The largest lake in the Thousand Lakes Wilderness. Beautiful blue water reflecting Eiler & Preakner Peaks. Easy hike, lots of campsites, big fish (I caught a 15" rainbow & a couple brookies). The lake is surrounded by forest with easy access to the shore. Firewood scarce.

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Information

Length: app. 3 miles
Elevation: 6,500 feet
Difficulty: Easy (some uphill)
Permit: none
Information: Hat CreekRanger District, Lassen National Forest
Water: available from lake (filter or purify)

From Redding:

East on Hwy 44 thru Old Station & continue on Hwy 89 towards Burney 7.5 miles. Turn west on Road 33N25 50 yards north of Wilcox Road. Follow signs up dirt road for 7.5 miles.

From Trailhead:

Follow trail past registration area, keep to right at the fork to Barret Lake (1.5 miles) & continue on south side of lake.  Campsites on ledge above south shore and on east side.