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Colorado
Timber Lake
4.1 mi
Distance
13 ft
Gain
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Inside Rio Grande National Forest
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Timber Lake
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 4.1 mi
- Elevation gain
- 13 ft
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About this trail
Timber Lake is a 4.0-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near the Colorado area. The trail is managed by the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National Forest (GMUG NF) under the Grand Valley Ranger District. This out-and-back route offers a straightforward hiking experience with a fixed turnaround point at Timber Lake. The trail is well-maintained by the Forest Service, making it accessible to hikers looking for a moderate day hike in the region. The out-and-back format means hikers will cover 4.0 miles total distance, with 2.0 miles to the lake and 2.0 miles returning to the trailhead. The trail provides access to Timber Lake itself, a scenic destination within the GMUG National Forest boundaries. This area is typical of Colorado's diverse landscape and offers an opportunity to experience the natural environment managed by the Forest Service in the Grand Valley area.
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