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Colorado
6.6 mi
Distance
1,725 ft
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Lily Lake
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Lily Lake is a 2.5-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado near the San Juan National Forest, managed by the Columbine Ranger District (East). This moderate hiking route offers a straightforward turnaround hike suitable for various skill levels. The trail leads hikers through forest terrain to reach Lily Lake, a scenic mountain lake destination. The out-and-back format allows hikers to explore at their own pace and turn back at any point, making it flexible for families or those with time constraints. The San Juan National Forest provides a backcountry setting with typical high-elevation scenery found throughout the Rocky Mountains. The Columbine Ranger District manages this area to maintain trail conditions and forest health. Hikers should come prepared with water and appropriate footwear for mountain terrain. Weather in this region can change rapidly, so checking conditions with the Columbine Ranger District before heading out is recommended. The trail's moderate distance makes it accessible for day hikers seeking a lakeside alpine experience without extreme technical difficulty or significant elevation demands.
Zapata
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Huerfano
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Mosca Pass
~14 min drive
<p>Just above the dunefield are forests of aspen, pine, fir, and spruce. The easiest hiking access to forest in the national park is in Mosca Pass, on the Montville Nature Trail and Mosca Pass Trail. On these trails, you are walking in the footsteps of Pleistocene mammoth hunt…
Medano Creek
~14 min drive
<p>Medano Creek is a popular seasonal stream enjoyed by all ages. On this page you'll learn what to expect month-by-month in an average year, and how the rare phenomon 'surge flow' works. You can also link to <a href="https://www.nps.gov/grsa/planyourvisit/medano-creek.htm">cu…
Raspberry
~7 min drive
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Ute
~2 min drive
6.8 mi · Hard
Sand Creek Basin
~38 min drive
<p>Sand Creek Basin is part of the alpine watershed of Great Sand Dunes National Preserve. A longer drive and hike is required to reach these lakes and peaks, but the mountain scenery is worth the effort. Check with a ranger for conditions before travel. Snow may block these t…
High Dune on First Ridge
~16 min drive
The high dune on the first ridge is neither the highest in elevation nor the tallest in the dunefield, but it looks that way from the main parking lot. This is the most common destination in the dunefield, providing a great view of the entire dunefield. It is about 692 feet (2…
Willow Lake
~46 min drive
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N. Fork Zapata
~6 min drive
1.9 mi · Hard
