Lower Deer Lake facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Lower Deer Lake
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Location	Custer County, Idaho
Coordinates	43°56′32″N 114°37′56″W / 43.942271°N 114.632206°W / 43.942271; -114.632206
Primary inflows	Deer Creek
Primary outflows	Deer Creek to Germania Creek
Basin countries	United States
Max. length	585 ft (178 m)
Max. width	355 ft (108 m)
Surface elevation	9,500 ft (2,900 m)

Lower Deer Lake is a beautiful alpine lake found in Custer County, Idaho, United States. An alpine lake is a lake located at a high elevation, often in mountains. This lake is nestled within the Boulder Mountains, which are part of the amazing Sawtooth National Recreation Area.

Discover Lower Deer Lake

Lower Deer Lake is a hidden gem in the mountains of Idaho. It's known for its peaceful setting and clear waters. The lake is fed by Deer Creek, which also flows out of the lake and eventually joins Germania Creek.

Where is Lower Deer Lake Located?

This lovely lake is in Custer County, Idaho. It's part of the larger Sawtooth National Recreation Area, a huge natural area. The lake sits high up in the Boulder Mountains. It is also located just north of another lake called Upper Deer Lake.

Getting to the Lake

Reaching Lower Deer Lake can be a bit of an adventure! There aren't any specific trails that lead directly to the lake. However, you can usually get there by using trails 111 or 215. These trails will get you close to the lake, and then you might need to do some off-trail hiking.

Fun Facts About the Lake

Lower Deer Lake is quite high up in the mountains. Its elevation is about 9,500 feet (2,900 meters) above sea level. The lake is not huge, but it's a good size for exploring. It measures about 585 feet (178 meters) long and 355 feet (108 meters) wide.