Colorado · Hiking · Near Red Feather Lakes

Mount Margaret Trail

Mount Margaret TrailPhoto: KimonBerlin, CC BY-SA 2.0 (via Flickr)
5.7 mi
round trip
63 ft
climb
8,158 ft
high point
Out and back
route
May–Sep
best months

Is Mount Margaret Trail open right now?

Alert in the area

The Forest Service lists 4 alerts for Canyon Lakes Ranger District.

As of · Source: USFS · Canyon Lakes Ranger District. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Mount Margaret Trail is a 2.9-mile out-and-back hike located in Colorado. The trail offers a relatively short outing for hikers looking to explore the area near Colorado. As an out-and-back route, hikers will follow the same path on the return journey, making navigation straightforward. The trail's compact distance makes it accessible for a range of fitness levels, though specific elevation gain data is not available. Hikers should plan accordingly and bring adequate water and supplies for the round trip. Mount Margaret Trail is ideal for those seeking a moderate day hike without requiring a full day commitment. The out-and-back format allows flexibility in how far hikers want to venture before turning around. For current trail conditions, weather information, and any necessary permits or parking details, check with local Colorado hiking resources or the managing agency before your visit. Always verify conditions prior to heading out, as mountain weather can change rapidly.

Around this trail

Add any of these when you start a trip
  • Sleep close

    West Lake Campground

    Campground

    Campground · 1.1 mi from the trail
  • If it rains

    Homestead Museum

    Museum

    Museum · 16 mi from Red Feather Lakes

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More in Red Feather Lakes
  • Best time to go · May–Sep

    Best time to visit Mount Margaret Trail

    Best months: May–September. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      36° / 15°

      5 wet

    2. Feb

      36° / 15°

      5 wet

    3. Mar

      44° / 20°

      6 wet

    4. Apr

      49° / 25°

      8 wet

    5. May

      59° / 32°

      9 wet

    6. Jun

      72° / 40°

      8 wet

    7. Jul

      78° / 47°

      9 wet

    8. Aug

      76° / 46°

      10 wet

    9. Sep

      69° / 38°

      8 wet

    10. Oct

      56° / 29°

      6 wet

    11. Nov

      44° / 21°

      5 wet

    12. Dec

      36° / 15°

      5 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Rustic 9wsw, CO, 10.4 mi away at 7,700 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

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