Highlight • Lake
Columbine Lake
Hiking
5.0
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Indian Peaks Wilderness
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oliviakellis
December 13, 2023
Hiking
Columbine Lake, beneath the majestic Mt. Neva, beckons exploration. This shallow lake, with a maximum depth of 8 feet and inhabited by rainbow and cutthroat trout, invites day hikers to a serene lunch spot in picturesque wet meadows. Experience the seasonal magic, with lingering snow fields along the trail until mid-July.
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7
hikers
5.42km
01:53
310m
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Embark on the Columbine Lake Trail, a moderate hike that takes you deep into the alpine landscape of Arapaho National Forest. You will cover 3.4 miles (5.4 km) with a…
Moderate
4.0
(1)
42
hikers
10.5km
03:31
300m
300m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Moderate
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Elevation 3,380 m
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