Dinkle Lake Road

Total Miles
2.5

Technical Rating

2

Easy

Best Time

Summer, Fall

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

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Dinkle Lake Road
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Trail Overview

Dinkle Lake Road is an easy dirt road that provides spectacular views of Mt. Sopris and access to Dinkle Lakes, Thomas Lakes Trailhead, and the Mt. Sopris Trailhead. This trail is mostly tame, with a couple of small rocks to get up and over. There are picnic areas located at Dinkle Lake for day use. Dinkle Lake Road is closed seasonally

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Dinkle Lake Road
Dinkle Lake Road

Difficulty

Dinkle Lake Road is a dirt road that gets narrow at several points, but not challenging overall.

Technical Rating

2

Status Reports

Cooper Dort
Jun 09, 2025
Dirt Bike
Open
Normal
Road is clear other than a few puddles. Beautiful conditions and beautiful views!
Matt Maydick
Jun 19, 2024
2015 Jeep Wrangler
Open
Normal
Trail is clear to Dinkle Lake - there were some rutted sections compared to last year
Ben H
Dec 10, 2023
4x4
Temporarily Closed
Seasonal Closure
Closed Gate
Matt Maydick
Aug 16, 2023
2015 Jeep Wrangler
Open
Normal

Dinkle Lake Road can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High-Clearance 4x4
  • SUV
  • Dirt Bike

Access Description

From Carbondale, Head South on 133 and turn left onto prince creek road. Continue down Prince Creek Road until you see Dinkle Lake Road on your right.

Dinkle Lake Road Map

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