Aldous Lake is a family hiking destination in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest, with a small mountain lake at the end of the trail.
Plan your visit
Aldous Lake Trailhead, Dubois, Idaho 83423
- Admission
- Free
- Hours
- Day use only; overnight camping is not allowed
- Parking
- Off-Street Parking
- Restrooms
- No restroom at the site
- Access
- Limited Accessibility
- Setting
- Outdoor · All Ages · Seasonal
- Food available
- Nearby
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🌳 Amenities & Features
- 🥾 Family hike
- 🎣 Lake fishing
- 🦌 Wildlife viewing
- 🌲 Forest scenery
- 🧺 Picnic opportunities
💡 Good to Know
- This is a trail destination rather than a developed park.
- Bring water, sturdy footwear, and insect protection.
Visitor update, October 15, 2026: The Forest Service lists Aldous Lake as open for day use, with no overnight camping, restroom or potable water. The trail climbs uphill through forest and meadows.
Official source for this update
Listing review date: 2026-10-15. Unconfirmed details remain noted in this listing.