Cutthroat Lake — Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025

Out for a three-day Golden Larch adventure with a friend from California, we decided to brave this popular hike on our way home from Winthrop on a Saturday. The crowds were as expected - parking lots were full and cars were parked a pretty long way down the road, making it pretty narrow to drive along. Trail is extremely well-maintained and level, making it accessible to many and easy to pass by the many groups heading up and down the path. Gorgeous surrounding peaks the entire way and a beautiful lake at the end with golden and lime-green grasses and golden larches dotting the mountainsides. Lots of kids on this hike and chattering activity around the lake. A great hike to pair with Blue Lake if you want more without a lot of climbing. Bathrooms at the trailhead were minimally stocked.