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Sawtooths alpine lakes

Jagged granite over cold blue lakes near Stanley. Four nights of alpine lake swims and big-sky stargazing.

ID 4 nights tent couple or solo or group summit views, water, solitude

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We'll match this trip's vibe against live campsite, trail, fire and weather data and return a real itinerary you can save.

What the trip looks like

Day 1, Redfish base

Roll in to Redfish Lake, set up, an easy creek walk and a swim off the beach at golden hour.

Camp
Redfish Lake (Glacier View or Outlet).
Trails
  • Fishhook Creek (4.6 mi RT)
  • Redfish Lake shore walk
Activities
lake setup, creek walk, beach swim

Day 2, Alice Lake

The big one, up Tin Cup to Alice Lake under the Sawtooth crest, lunch on the granite, back by mid-afternoon.

Camp
Same site.
Trails
  • Alice Lake via Tin Cup (12 mi RT)
  • Twin Lakes turnaround (shorter option)
Activities
alpine start, lake basin, granite lunch

Day 3, Sawtooth Lake

Iron Creek to Sawtooth Lake under Mount Regan, the postcard view, easier legs day.

Camp
Same site.
Trails
  • Sawtooth Lake from Iron Creek (10 mi RT)
  • Alpine Lake spur (0.5 mi)
Activities
lake hike, reflection photos, afternoon swim

Day 4, Bench Lakes and home

A short Bench Lakes hike for one last view over Redfish, then the drive home.

Camp
Pack out morning.
Trails
  • Bench Lakes (7.6 mi RT)
  • Redfish Inlet shuttle option
Activities
short hike, lake overlook, drive home

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