Summer & trails · Island Lake
Goldilocks Trail · Part One
A 2.5 km alpine loop beyond Spineback, between the Three Bears.
The Goldilocks Loop begins at the second Spineback bench, between Baby Bear and Papa Bear. It circles behind Baby Bear to the Upper Nonstop saddle and returns via the valley between Baby Bear and Mama Bear. Including Spineback, the published route is 9.5 km with 740 m of elevation gain.
- Distance: 2.5 km alpine loop
- Estimated time: 1.5 hours for the loop
- Elevation gain: 210 m on the loop
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The published trail guide is a planning reference. Allow for your group’s pace, changing weather and seasonal access. Difficult alpine routes require navigation skills and preparation.
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