Sprague Lake
This 13-acre lake was part of a tourist resort operated by Abner and Alberta Sprague from 1910 to 1940.
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Sprague Lake Details
This 13-acre lake was part of a tourist resort operated by Abner and Alberta Sprague from 1910 to 1940. The Spragues dammed the lake to enlarge it and enhance the fishing experience for guests at their lodge, which stood near the site of today's Sprague Lake parking lot. There's a half-mile, handicapped accessible hiking trail around the lake, which is framed by five mountain peaks of more than 12,000 feet of elevation: Taylor Peak, Otis Peak, Hallett Peak, Flattop Mountain, and Notchtop Mountain.
Difficulty
Low
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Region
East Side
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Sprague Lake
This 13-acre lake was part of a tourist resort operated by Abner and Alberta Sprague from 1910 to 1940.
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Sprague Lake
This shallow, 13-acre lake is now home to an accessible, self-guided nature trail.
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Storm Pass
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