Upper Bells Canyon Reservoir

Strenuous all-day climb through the full length of Bells Canyon to the cirque basin at 9,381 ft, below the north face of Lone Peak. 4,192 ft of gain over ~4.8 miles one-way. The upper reservoir sits at the foot of the Lone Peak Cirque's granite walls and is a common basecamp for overnight alpine climbing trips. Not a casual day hike.

Quick stats

Canyon

Bells Canyon

Distance

9.6 mi round trip

Elevation gain

4192 ft

Time

7–12 hrs

Difficulty

Very strenuous