🌡 Temperature
69°F
Feels like 64°F
💨 Air Quality
54
Moderate · O3
🌬 Wind
12 mph
Gusts 17 mph
🌧 Rain Chance
17%
Current conditions
DifficultyHard
Distance2.8 mi
Elevation Gain1,020 ft
Route TypeOut & back
Best MonthsMay–Oct
Park / AreaWhite River NF
Current Status
- Trail: Open
- Fire Risk: Low (NASA FIRMS)
- Campground: Check official alerts
5-Day Forecast
Mon
7/20
7/20
38%
90°
59°
UV 9
☀️ 05:58–20:32
Tue
7/21
7/21
17%
90°
63°
UV 9
☀️ 05:59–20:31
Wed
7/22
7/22
86%
82°
55°
UV 8
☀️ 05:59–20:30
Thu
7/23
7/23
86%
81°
54°
UV 9
☀️ 06:00–20:30
Fri
7/24
7/24
56%
88°
54°
UV 9
☀️ 06:01–20:29
Trail Notes
Timed entry permit required May–Oct — book Recreation.gov
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current conditions at Hanging Lake?
As of the latest update, Hanging Lake is scoring 78/100 (Good conditions). Temperature: 69°F, wind: 12 mph, rain chance: 17%. Data is refreshed every 30 minutes.
Is Hanging Lake dog-friendly?
No, dogs are not permitted on Hanging Lake.
How difficult is Hanging Lake?
Hanging Lake is rated Hard. The trail is 2.8 miles with 1020 ft of elevation gain.
What is the air quality (AQI) at Hanging Lake today?
Current AQI at Hanging Lake is 54 — Moderate. AQI under 50 is Good; 51-100 is Moderate; above 100 may require a mask.
When is the best time to visit Hanging Lake?
The best months to hike Hanging Lake are May–Oct.
Typical Weather by Month at Hanging Lake
Best months to hike Hanging Lake: May–Oct.
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Wet Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F | 12°F | 10 |
| February | 32°F | 14°F | 10 |
| March | 40°F | 20°F | 12 |
| April | 47°F | 25°F | 9 |
| May | 57°F | 31°F | 9 |
| June | 74°F | 44°F | 5 |
| July | 79°F | 50°F | 5 |
| August | 77°F | 49°F | 6 |
| September | 70°F | 43°F | 6 |
| October | 55°F | 30°F | 8 |
| November | 40°F | 18°F | 8 |
| December | 31°F | 11°F | 10 |
Open-Meteo ERA5 historical, 2015-2024. Historical averages — check the live forecast above before you go.
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