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Cabane du Lac Gary sits at 2,567m in the Parc National des Écrins, above the Lac de Gaube in the Vallée de Cauterets approach. Reach it from Cauterets (Pyrénées) by hiking 4–5 hours via the GR10. The cabin is a simple refuge on the Col de Gaube approach, used mainly as a staging point for climbs on Pic Long (3,092m) and traverses toward the Cirque de Gavarnie. Access is foot-only; there is no vehicle road.
The cabin provides 2 beds in a small dormitory space. It offers basic shelter, with a water source nearby from the lake. There are no showers or hot water. Meals are not served; you must bring your own food and fuel for cooking. The cabin operates from June through September depending on snow conditions. Winter access requires mountaineering skills and is not recommended for standard hikers.
Book directly through the local FFCAM section (Club Alpin Français) or the Parc National des Écrins office in Gap. Contact details are available through the CAF national website. Summer weekends fill quickly; reserve 2–3 weeks ahead for July and August. This is a climber's refuge, not a hut with services—come self-sufficient.
The cabin provides 2 beds in a small dormitory space. It offers basic shelter, with a water source nearby from the lake. There are no showers or hot water. Meals are not served; you must bring your own food and fuel for cooking. The cabin operates from June through September depending on snow conditions. Winter access requires mountaineering skills and is not recommended for standard hikers.
Book directly through the local FFCAM section (Club Alpin Français) or the Parc National des Écrins office in Gap. Contact details are available through the CAF national website. Summer weekends fill quickly; reserve 2–3 weeks ahead for July and August. This is a climber's refuge, not a hut with services—come self-sufficient.
Frequently Asked Questions
Book directly with the hut keeper at least 2–3 weeks ahead, especially for summer weekends; this is a very small refuge with only 2 beds.
The cabin is typically open from June to September, depending on snow conditions and the warden's availability.
Hike 4–5 hours from Cauterets via the GR10 to Col de Gaube; foot access only, no vehicle road.
Basic shelter with 2 beds and water; bring your own food and sleeping bag—there are no showers or meals provided.
No; the 4–5 hour approach and high elevation (2,567m) demand solid fitness and Alpine experience, especially if you're planning climbs like Pic Long.
Location
44.9104, 6.0055
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