Beginning at China Poot Lake Trail junction (mile 1.0), this trail passes along the shore of Two Loon Lake, ascends through forested ridges and valleys, and then opens into Moose Valley's cottonwood meadows - alive with wildflowers and cow parsnip in mid-summer. Be attentive - tall grasses can obscure trail markers. Look for high waterfalls beyond the log footbridge over Moose Valley Creek and the gravel bar campsite (mile 1.6). Watch for goats on mountain ridges. Trail turns south, then switchbacks up the back of Poot Peak and passes the subalpine "Garden" lakes. (Trail here may be obscured by snow in early summer.) Trail ends at intersection with Poot Peak Trail.
Trail Access: North End - Mile 1.0 China Poot Lake Trail ; South End - Mile 0.8 Poot Peak South Allowable Uses:
Hiking Distance: 6.7 miles one way
Elevation Gain: 1,200 feet
Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult (long grades) Hiking Time: 3-4 Hours
