10 Best

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Colorado has so
many amazing treks (AllTrails lists 4,688 different routes), we had a lot of trouble choosing 10. Scroll on for the best hikes in Colorado, though there are thousands more worth doing.

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1. LOST LAKE TRAIL
(GRAND JUNCTION)

JAMES HAGER/ROBERTHARDING This beginner-friendly 2.5 mile round trip route winds through dense pine forests before leading to scenic views & pristine alpine lakes. [{ "selector": ".ssxzk-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".onjjl-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

2. RIM TRAIL CLASSIC (SNOWMASS)

PAUL CONRAD/PABLO CONRAD PHOTOGRAPHY This 1.3-mile trail is family-friendly, easy to access and within walking distance from Snowmass Base Village. [{ "selector": ".noxqe-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".sijom-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

3. EMERALD LAKE TRAIL (ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK)

MARGARET W This heavily trafficked 3.2 mile route is known for sublime scenery, pine forests, sparkling lakes & mountain views. [{ "selector": ".kpouu-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".qnjac-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

4. BEAR CREEK TRAIL (TELLURIDE)

ST PHILLIPS/GETTY IMAGES One of the most popular hikes in Telluride, trekkers can access the 4-mile trail from the end of South Pine Street in downtown. [{ "selector": ".ztsnb-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".dzutx-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

5. GEYSER SPRING TRAIL (SAN JUAN NATIONAL FOREST)

JEFF GOULDEN "The 1.3-mile path ends at a small pool fed by the only true geyser in Colorado,” Justin V., Manager at Holiday Inn Mesa Verde-Cortez. [{ "selector": ".qbmfm-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".uasjm-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

6. MOUNT IDA TRAIL
(ESTES PARK)

LAURA BOJANOWSKI Although this popular 9.3-mile trek is not super challenging by Rocky Mountain National Park standards, we certainly wouldn’t call it easy. [{ "selector": ".giecu-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".zbzcu-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

7. SKY POND, GLACIER GORGE TRAIL (ROCKY MOUNTAIN NP)

TONY FERNANDEZ If you have the stamina for this challenging 9.4-mile out-and-back route, you'll be rewarded with beautiful views of alpine lakes. [{ "selector": ".iaail-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".kiwwm-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

8. BRIDAL VEIL FALLS TRAIL (TELLURIDE)

POWER OF FOREVER It’s only 1.2 miles & not too challenging, which makes it perfect for families with kiddos, pups on leashes & less-than-expert trekkers. [{ "selector": ".duxfx-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".ebajp-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

9. PEAK 1 TRAIL (FRISCO)

BRENDAN BOMBACI Recommend by Pete Swensen, from Nordic Center & Trails. This difficult 7.2-mile out-and-back trail connects the summits of Mount Royal & Mount Victoria. [{ "selector": ".pkjwx-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".qogdx-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

10. SAINT MARY'S GLACIER TRAIL (ARAPAHO NATIONAL FOREST)

SPARTY1711 The 2.4-mile heavily trafficked trek requires a medium amount of output & provides incredible views of this stunning alpine lake. [{ "selector": ".dkfim-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".cnbdp-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }]

10 Best

Hikes in Colorado

Colorado has so
many amazing treks (AllTrails lists 4,688 different routes), we had a lot of trouble choosing 10. Scroll on for the best hikes in Colorado, though there are thousands more worth doing.

1. LOST LAKE TRAIL
(GRAND JUNCTION)

2. RIM TRAIL CLASSIC (SNOWMASS)

3. EMERALD LAKE TRAIL (ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK)

4. BEAR CREEK TRAIL (TELLURIDE)

5. GEYSER SPRING TRAIL (SAN JUAN NATIONAL FOREST)

6. MOUNT IDA TRAIL
(ESTES PARK)

7. SKY POND, GLACIER GORGE TRAIL (ROCKY MOUNTAIN NP)

8. BRIDAL VEIL FALLS TRAIL (TELLURIDE)

9. PEAK 1 TRAIL (FRISCO)

10. SAINT MARY'S GLACIER TRAIL (ARAPAHO NATIONAL FOREST)

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10 Best

Hikes in Colorado

Colorado has somany amazing treks (AllTrails lists 4,688 different routes), we had a lot of trouble choosing 10. Scroll on for the best hikes in Colorado, though there are thousands more worth doing.

1. LOST LAKE TRAIL(GRAND JUNCTION)

2. RIM TRAIL CLASSIC (SNOWMASS)

3. EMERALD LAKE TRAIL (ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK)

4. BEAR CREEK TRAIL (TELLURIDE)

5. GEYSER SPRING TRAIL (SAN JUAN NATIONAL FOREST)

6. MOUNT IDA TRAIL(ESTES PARK)

7. SKY POND, GLACIER GORGE TRAIL (ROCKY MOUNTAIN NP)

8. BRIDAL VEIL FALLS TRAIL (TELLURIDE)

9. PEAK 1 TRAIL (FRISCO)

10. SAINT MARY'S GLACIER TRAIL (ARAPAHO NATIONAL FOREST)

for more local travel ideas visit

PureWow Travel

Colorado has so
many amazing treks (AllTrails lists 4,688 different routes), we had a lot of trouble choosing 10. Scroll on for the best hikes in Colorado, though there are thousands more worth doing.

1. LOST LAKE TRAIL
(GRAND JUNCTION)

6. MOUNT IDA TRAIL
(ESTES PARK)