Lac des Grenouilles from Val d'Allos - La Foux

Starting from the Val d'Allos - La Foux resort, you can follow the route that takes you to this pretty little mountain lake, surrounded by larch trees.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 3.65 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 25 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 889 ft
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    Descent: - 912 ft

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    Highest point: 6,617 ft
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    Lowest point: 5,728 ft

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Description of the walk

Park near the tennis courts in the area known as Pont de Labrau.

(S/E) At the bend in the Verdon stream, you’ll walk past the residential chalets and then continue along the marked path.
Your first steps will take you straight to the Auriac ravine, which you’ll cross via a sturdy wooden footbridge: a refreshing moment guaranteed. Next comes a shaded climb up to the private Selette hut.

(1) As you climb, you can look back over the Val d’Allos – La Foux resort. To your right, the path continues towards the Baisse de l’Auriac in the direction of the Refuge de l’Estrop. You should therefore head left. You will cross meadows that are particularly flower-filled in June. You will arrive at another fork in the path.

(2) Ignore the path on the right. One last push will take you to Lac des Grenouilles.

(3) It is not uncommon to see it dry up in August or during years of severe drought. The return journey follows the path in the opposite direction to (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 5,755 ft - Tennis courts - Verdon (rivière)
  2. 1 : mi 1.17 - alt. 6,342 ft - L'Auriac - Cabane de la Selette
  3. 2 : mi 1.63 - alt. 6,611 ft - Junction
  4. 3 : mi 1.83 - alt. 6,545 ft - Lac des Grenouilles
  5. S/E : mi 3.65 - alt. 5,755 ft - Tennis courts - Verdon (rivière)

Notes

Bring drinking water and a packed lunch.
At certain times of year, a herd is present in these pastures; a dedicated information board will tell you where they are.
Pets are allowed, but please keep them on a lead.

Spring or early summer is the best time to go on this hike.

For further information or to find out about all the hikes available in Val d'Allos, the Val d'Allos Tourist Office is at your disposal all year round.

Worth a visit

(2) This section is dominated by the Auriac valley and the pass of the same name.

The Val d'Allos - La Foux resort has local shops, restaurants, accommodation and leisure activities.
8km further down the valley lies the village of Allos.

There are many other hiking trails available throughout the Val d'Allos and the upper Verdon valley.

Reviews and comments

4.5 / 5
Based on 4 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.8 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.8 / 5
Route interest
4 / 5
Val d'Allos
Val d'Allos

Hello JMB06,

Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback on this hike.

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JMB06
JMB06

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 05, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Suggestion: take the time to walk around the lake to enjoy the reflection of the larch trees on its surface.

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Val d'Allos
Val d'Allos

Hello philippo06,

Thank you for your feedback. As stated in the practical information, this hike is best undertaken in spring or early summer.

Have a lovely day

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philippo06
philippo06
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Stop posting a photo of a lake that no longer exists
it takes the fun out of the hike

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Val d'Allos
Val d'Allos

Hello marquounet, and yes, in August there’s far less water in the lake. But you can still enjoy the walk, the views and the lovely wooded sections. Have a lovely day.

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marquounet
marquounet

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 20, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

Of course, the hike took place in August... so the 'Frog Lake' was more like a 'Tadpole Pool'...
Otherwise, very pleasant

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Val d'Allos
Val d'Allos

Hello philippo06,

It’s true that the lake has dried up in this intense heat. This walk is best enjoyed in early summer to make the most of the water.
Have a lovely day

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philippo06
philippo06

no point, as the lake and the frogs aren't there

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Val d'Allos
Val d'Allos

Thank you, blandinem42, for taking the time to share your thoughts on this walk. Have a lovely stay.

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blandinem42
blandinem42

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 21, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A nice little walk we went on one day when the weather was too unpredictable to venture out on a longer hike.

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JClaudeLaMole
JClaudeLaMole

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 17, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A pleasant walk, partly stony, with a fair bit of elevation gain. A very enjoyable stroll through flower-filled meadows. The lake itself isn’t particularly spectacular (due to low water levels) at this time of year.

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