Lac de Vezoles,

Lac de Vezoles, 2H 6km. Yellow. Easy. This is a level walk that enjoys beautiful views across the Jaur valley of the Avant Monts and the Pyrenees. Good parking next to the lake or at the picnic area. The lake is situated on the top of the beautiful Espinouse and can be reached from the D169 off the Col de Cabaretou above St Pons de Thomieres. After parking walk over the dam barrier and continue up through the woods to reach a left turn. Following the yellow markers turn left towards the lake. The path undulates between beech trees and meadows. There are several picnic areas along the route. At the end of the lake there is a long stone building (camp blanc) turn left here and cross the stream on the track. Now turn left again into the trees and continue along the other side of the lake. There are several areas of boardwalks on this side and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the beach too. Continuing on you will reach the parking. If parking in the picnic area you will pass the Saut de Vezoles look out, otherwise walk up to it from the lake. It is also possible to extend this walk to a 3h30/10km walk by taking in the second part of the walk around the woods and view points along the edge of the mountain. To do this part follow the yellow and GR7 signs at the view point.