Mesa Lake Shore

1.3 mi

Distance

31 ft

Gain

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What we do know

Inside Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
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No access route mapped
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Quick trip — under 2 mi

Loop trail

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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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Permits & access

Managing agency: Medicine Bow-Routt NF — Parks RD

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.