To start, the drive in and out is a rough drive. Very rocky all the way up. You don’t need 4x4 but it will definitely help. What you definitely require is higher then sedan ground clearance. Most SUVs an pick ups made it up fine that I saw, but I wouldn’t recommend your civic at all!

The drive up can be pretty tight in a few spots. I had to stop and hug in to the side to let others drive by. The drive up to the Loch is beautiful.

Tons of room up at the Loch. Though I didn’t see any obvious “spots”. I parked twards one end am made a new friend.

There are a TON of trails. The trail up to Ice Lake is moderate level I’d say. Rocky trail, stream hop, I had to carry my dog over a rough boulder part…

I had intermittent 5G service with Verizon at the Loch itself, and on the trail up to Ice Lake.

At time of writing, it’s summer. So while there were easily about 10-20 families on the hill. There was still plenty of space for everyone. Camp sites were free of liter. Most spots already had a fire pit, though I can’t confirm if burning was allowed or not.

The drive up the hill could be challenging for cars with low clearance. Specially twards the top where the reservoir is located. The road is smoother at the bottom near the beginning. There are plenty of camping spots regardless of your vehicle’s ability though. Rain or slicker conditions during winter could be difficult with out 4x4 capabilities.

The reservoir is truly the crowning moment of your stay there. It’s absolutely beautiful.