Near Mirror Lake Trail
Final stretch to Mirror Lake backcountry campsites.
Near Mirror Lake Trail
Big walls above Mirror Lake.
Near Mirror Lake Trail
Upper Mummy Pass Trail closure.

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Mirror Lake Trail

4.0 (1 Rating)
A short trail that ascends to Mirror Lake from the Mummy Pass Trail.
1.5
mi
Distance
392
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingCaveFall ColorsLakeRiver/CreekViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.53mi
Distance
392ft
Elevation Gain
91ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
11,036ft
High Point
10,674ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail is about five miles from the !Corral Creek Trailhead and provides access to Mirror Lake and Comanche Peak via the Comanche Peak Trail. To access the Mirror Lake Trail, follow the Corral Creek Trail to the Poudre River Trail and turn right. Follow it for a short jaunt to a junction with Mummy Pass Trail. Turn left onto Mummy Pass Trail and continue for just under three miles. This trail starts out on fairly level terrain as it contours around Comanche Peak's southern flank. Just after the Comanche Peak Trail breaks off and heads towards the summit, this trail begins to parallel Cascade creek and climb towards Mirror Lake. Hike for about another 3/4 of a mile past the junction and you'll reach Mirror Lake. The views of Comanche Peak are wonderful from the lakeshore and this makes a great place for a break or a picnic.

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Contributors
Brian Smith