Ellis Lake Trail

So, it officially starts as the Ellis Peak Trail (03-04012-05), that’s the right turn past Miller Lake, the range fence and just after the “pond”. There is one dead-end trail that is not marked and not yet blocked, stay left. When you get to a four-way intersection, that should be better marked by Aug 5th, go straight (16E18) don’t turn right.

This route will take you to Ellis Lake.

I was there mid-July and there was still a snow drift or two.

This is a perfect camp for someone who wants to sleep in. The towering ridge to the east, that includes Ellis Peak, shelters you from the morning sun.

I have no idea if there are fish but it would be a great float late in the afternoon. I’ve heard there might be a bug issue in the area too early in the season.

A very short walk provides a view of Blackwood Canyon.

West towards Barker Pass:

Further east towards the entrance of the canyon at the Kaspian Camp ground:

Here’s a view of Ellis Lake from Ellis Peak. Note the severe drop off on what would be the north west corner of the lake.

And a view of Buck Lake and the south end of Lake Tahoe from Ellis Peak.

If you or your club, group business or whatever would like to “Adopt” this trail and campsite, please let me know.

This is just one of many examples of what is out there in the Rubicon Trail area. Get out there and find enjoy it all.

“Turn Around, Don’t Go Around”