Cold Boiling and Crumbaugh Lakes Hike
A compact lake-and-meadow hike through Dixie Fire-affected terrain.
Route overview
Cold Boiling and Crumbaugh Lakes Hike in California.
The route connects Cold Boiling Lake with Crumbaugh Lake through open volcanic landscape and recovering forest.
Trail facts
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California
- Distance
- 2.25 km
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- Not published by official source
- Best season
- Check current official seasonal access and conditions
- Trail type
- out-and-back
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- Entrance pass required; no ordinary day-hike permit. Recheck exact official alignment and current trail status.
Safety context
Standing dead trees can fall without warning. Watch for unclear tread, hidden holes, sun exposure, and rapidly changing weather. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Standing dead trees can fall without warning. Watch for unclear tread, hidden holes, sun exposure, and rapidly changing weather.
Highlights
Cold Boiling Lake, Crumbaugh Lake, family hike, burned forest
Why find a buddy
Match on family pace, burn-area caution, route endpoint, and turnaround time.
Primary source
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Route conditions, access, services and transport can change. Verify time-sensitive information before departure.