Road trip guide: Conquering Goose Lake in Montana

Goose Lake is a pair of high mountain lakes at an elevation of 3.021m (9,911ft) above sea level, located in Park County, in the U.S. state of Montana. It’s one of the highest roads in Montana.

Goose Lake

Where is Goose Lake?

The fish-filled mountain lake is located to the north of Cooke City, in a tree-less, high-altitude basin in the southern part of Montana, near the Wyoming border, within the Custer Gallatin National Forest.

Is the road to Goose Lake unpaved?

The road to the lake is totally unpaved. It’s called Lulu Pass Trail Road. It’s an old mining road built between 1905 and 1906 to reach a copper lode in the area of Goose Lake. 4x4 with high clearance vehicle required. This is definitely not a Sunday drive.

Is the road to Goose Lake open in winters?

Set high in the rugged Beartooth Mountains, this trail is open from mid July until the end of September most years.

How long is the road to Goose Lake in Montana?

Starting from Beartooth Highway, the road to the lake is 14km (8.69 miles) long. The drive is very scenic passing by a few other mountain lakes.
Pic: PastorJohnMontana

 

 

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