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Lake Lila

Western Region • Western Region

Miles0.6
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Lake Lila is a remote motorless lake destination reached by a short carry from the seasonal Lake Lila access road.

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Lake Lila

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Lake Lila is one of the signature remote water destinations in the William C. Whitney Wilderness. For hikers, it functions as a short access walk to a major wilderness lake rather than a long trail destination. The rough seasonal road, sandy shoreline, campsites, birding, and paddling context all shape the experience. Hikers can treat the lake access as a scenic destination on its own or as a staging point for longer outings.