Lookingglass and Bear Lakes
541-523-4476 (Baker City Ranger District)
About
There are campsites on the south and east shores of Lookingglass Lake, with a 15-foot dam wall at the north end. The outlet stream plunges down the granite slope in a waterfall that can be seen from the Lookingglass Lake Trail. Since the lake is a reservoir, it is more spectacular when water levels are high. Subalpine fir and whitebark pines dot the granite slopes of Hummingbird Mountain and crown a small island. Around the end of July, a crew opens the valves in the dam wall, and a bathtub ring appears. A boggy meadow lines the south shore.
Bear Lake is a smaller natural lake overlooking the Eagle Creek valley. Visit both for a long day trip or backpack in for a beautiful multi-day experience.
ACTIVITIES
Hiking
Experience hiking and backpacking in the backcountry is advised before attempting this route
The hike is a challenging 13-mile round trip (approximately 20.9 km), which involves climbing steeply to the Lookingglass Lake Trail junction.
Details
Getting There
To reach Lookingglass Lake near Baker City, Oregon, take the Main Eagle Trail #1946 from the Eagle Creek Trailhead, located in the Eagle Cap Wilderness.
Seasons
July through October
Cost of Admission
Self-issued wilderness permit at trailhead
Northwest Forest Pass (or America the Beautiful Pass) required or $5 daily fee