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Burke Lake Trail – Burke Lake Trail loop from Burke Lake

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Burke Lake Trail – Burke Lake Trail loop from Burke Lake

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Burke Lake Trail – Burke Lake Trail loop from Burke Lake

01:23

5.38km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 12, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

1.52 km

Walkway Over the Dam

Highlight • Bridge

Great view of lake with benches to rest.

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2

2.65 km

Vesper Island State Waterfowl Refuge

Highlight • Lake

Vesper Island State Waterfowl Refuge is only accessible by boat, as it is an island within Burke Lake. However, it is visible from Burke Lake Trail and there is ample opportunities to spot the birds around the island from afar.

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3

3.07 km

Burke Lake Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Burke Lake Trail wraps around Burke Lake and is recognized as one of the top 10 fitness trails in the nation by the American Hiking Society. This 4.7-mile loop trail …

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4

5.20 km

Burke Lake Trail

Highlight • Trail

Nice place to walk, you can rent a boat as well.

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B

5.38 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.24 km

773 m

363 m

Surfaces

1.84 km

1.23 km

1.21 km

804 m

290 m

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Saturday 27 June

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