The Ross Lake trailhead sits along Redfish Creek Forest Service Road near Balfour, BC, serving as the starting point for a short moderate hike into the West Kootenay backcountry.

Reaching the trailhead requires following Redfish FSR from Beggs Road off Highway 3A, forking right at the Redfish Research Area at 3. 0 km; the road climbs steeply and 4WD high-clearance vehicles are recommended. From this access point, the trail covers 3.

5 km round trip with 238 m of elevation gain, leading to a quiet sub-alpine lake with fishing and backcountry camping. The route is considered a good introduction for newer hikers, though the trail can be overgrown with downed trees requiring some scrambling.

The season typically runs late June through early October.