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Below:
Starting out at the trail head. A great walk for families and
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Description:
The lake and snowfield are located about three quarters of
a mile up the rocky trail. Be sure to bear left (up) at each of
the
first two forks. At the lake you can cross a bridge that leads
to the
snowfield. Skiers and snowboarders use the snowfield for year
round fun.
Others just enjoy the chance to engage in a snowball fight in
August!
Obviously, as in any backcountry environment, these activities
are not
without risk and conspicuous signs warn fun-seekers of the
inherent
dangers.
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The lake provides the perfect
setting for a picnic or relaxation.
If tranquility is what you are seeking however, it is best not
to pick a weekend in July or August for your visit! On the way
back you might want to explore the stream that flows from the
lake that provides some scenic photo opportunities also.
St. Mary's Glacier is a perfect spot for family fun and for
those who don't wish to hike for miles to enjoy the beauty of an
alpine experience. |
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Above: Note the skier descending in the middle of the snow field
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Above:
Perfect setting for a lunch or picnic, this lake is the perfect
spot to take the family for a picnic and let the "little ones"
explore! |
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beginner
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intermediate
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advanced
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Black
Powder Pass
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Mohawk
Lake
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Quandary
Peak
14,265' |
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Lily
Pad
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Chihuahua
Gulch
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Lincoln & Bross
14,291' / 14,177' |
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St.
John's
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Mt.
Royal
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Bierstadt Peak
14,060' |
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Mayflower Gulch |
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Wheeler Lakes |
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Willow & Salmon Lakes |
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Loveland Pass |
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Radical Hill Trail |
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Upper Crystal Lake |
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Salt Lick
Trail |
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McCullough Gulch |
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Gray's & Torrey's
14,278' / 14,267' |
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Mesa
Cortina Trail |
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Mt.
Sniktau |
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Mt. Democrat
14,152' |
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St. Mary's Glacier |
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North
Ten Mile Trail |
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Mt.
Victoria |
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Sally Barber Mine |
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Willow
Falls |
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Mt.
Elbert
14,433' |
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Oro
Grande Trail |
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Eaglesmere Lakes |
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Buffalo Mountain
12,777' |
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Meadow Creek-Salt Lick |
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Mosquito Pass |
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Eccles Pass |
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Shrine Mountain
Trail |
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Webster Pass |
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Mt. Huron 14,003' |
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Ptarmigan Trail |
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Ptarmigan via Wilder Gulch |
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Peaks Tr. Barton Gulch |
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Wheeler
Lake - Park County |
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Hoosier Pass Loop |
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Lenawee
Trail |
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Spruce Creek Loop |
NEW! |
Nightmare on Baldy Mine |
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NEW! |
Tenderfoot
Mountain Trail |
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