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Colorado
Mesa Lake Shore
1.3 mi
Distance
31 ft
Gain
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Inside Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
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Quick trip — under 2 mi
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Mesa Lake Shore
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 1.3 mi
- Elevation gain
- 31 ft
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About this trail
Mesa Lake Shore is a 2.5-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near Colorado, managed by the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest Parks Ranger District. This relatively short hiking route offers an accessible option for visitors exploring the national forest. The trail provides direct lake access, making it suitable for hikers seeking waterside scenery without committing to a lengthy trek. Given its modest distance, Mesa Lake Shore works well as a half-day excursion or as part of a broader outdoor itinerary in the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest area. The out-and-back format means hikers will retrace their steps along the same route. For specific details about trailhead facilities, current conditions, or seasonal closures, contact the Parks Ranger District directly.
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