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San Juan County

Clear Creek Waterfall – Ice Lake loop from Clear Creek Falls

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United States
Colorado
San Juan County

Clear Creek Waterfall – Ice Lake loop from Clear Creek Falls

Moderate

5.0

(1485)

10,411

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Clear Creek Waterfall – Ice Lake loop from Clear Creek Falls

04:27

11.6km

800m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 2, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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San Juan National Forest

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

90 m

Ice Lake Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

Here starts the 3.79 miles long trail to the Ice Lakes. There are about 800 meters to overcome.

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2

1.02 km

Clear Creek Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Powerful waterfall, the trail leads right past it. Currently, the area is severely affected by avalanche damage.

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3

4.65 km

Island Lake Trail

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Island Lake Trail is steep and challenging, but rewards you with stunning views over the surrounding mountains. It will take you to majestic Island Lake where you can continue to Ice Lake or climbing up Ulysses S. Grant Peak.

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4

5.21 km

Island Lake

Highlight • Lake

Island lake is a cerulean-blue alpine lake nestled just north of Ice Lake below Grant Peak. This is one of the best views you will get in the Ice Lakes Basin.

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5

6.31 km

Ice Lake

Highlight • Lake

Ice Lake is a stunning alpine lake that is perfect for a break. You are surrounded by the majestic peaks of Golden Horn, Pilot Knob and Ulysses S Grant Peak. …

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6

7.57 km

Lower Ice Lake Basin

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lower Ice Lake Basin is a great place to catch some breath again after the steep climb from Ice Lake Trailhead. Take a break to enjoy the scenery before your …

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7

7.99 km

View of Little Ice Lake

Highlight • Lake

Little Ice Lake is nestled in the basin just next to towering rock walls. A short trail takes you to its shore where you can take a break.

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B

11.6 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.2 km

333 m

109 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.4 km

780 m

378 m

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Wednesday 20 May

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39 %

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