Near Turquoise Lake Trail
The Turquoise Lake Trail varies from sandy beach to packed-sand trail. You just can't beat the views.
Near Turquoise Lake Trail
Turquoise Lake Trail in November
Near Turquoise Lake Trail
Turquoise Lake

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Turquoise Lake Trail

4.3 (12 Ratings)
A beautiful trail next to one of the largest bodies of water in Colorado!
6.3
mi
Distance
251
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Regional Classic
A must do route for the area handpicked by local experts.
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
6.29mi
Distance
251ft
Elevation Gain
259ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
9,948ft
High Point
9,874ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This is usually done as an out and back. Park at the dam and follow the Turquoise Lake Trail along the lake to Mayqueen Campground. It's a great trail to acclimate due to the minimal elevation gain and nice climbs. If you are looking for a shorter and quieter out-and-back adventure on this trail park at the Tabor Boat Ramp and head west to Mayqueen (8.3 mile out and back).

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