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Blue Lakes Trail in Mount Sneffels Wilderness

The Lower, Middle and Upper Blue Lakes Trail in the Mount Sneffels Wilderness offers an enchanting journey through dense forests, alpine meadows, and steep switchbacks, ultimately revealing a trio of vivid turquoise lakes cradled by towering peaks. Along the way, hikers are treated to sights like cascading waterfalls, fields of wildflowers, and the impressive silhouettes of Mount Sneffels and Dallas Peak. Despite its popularity and occasional steep sections, the trail’s rewarding views and tranquil lake settings make it a memorable adventure for those seeking solitude and natural beauty. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Lake

  • Distance: 9.1 mi
  • Elevation gain: 808 m
  • Maximum elevation: 3,572 m
  • Elevation loss: 808 m
  • Minimum elevation: 2,853 m
  • Moving time: 4 h 43 m
  • Moving speed: 1.9 mph
  • Maximum speed: 5.7 mph
  • Total time: 5 h 33 m
  • Global speed: 1.6 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 9.1 mi
  • Elevation gain: 808 m
  • Maximum elevation: 3,572 m
  • Elevation loss: 808 m
  • Minimum elevation: 2,853 m
  • Moving time: 4 h 43 m
  • Moving speed: 1.9 mph
  • Maximum speed: 5.7 mph
  • Total time: 5 h 33 m
  • Global speed: 1.6 mph

About this trail

Name: Blue Lakes Trail in Mount Sneffels Wilderness trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: East Dallas, Ouray County, Colorado, United States (38.03513 -107.80695)

End: East Dallas, Ouray County, Colorado, United States (38.03534 -107.80699)

Coordinates: 37.99946 -107.82587 38.03541 -107.80608

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Mount Sneffels via Blue Lakes

United States > Colorado > Ouray County

Mount Sneffels Wilderness. #Hiking #Snowshoeing #Mountain #Lake #River #Forest #Nature

Distance: 13.3 mi • Elevation gain: 1,665 m • Maximum elevation: 4,267 m

Gear up for your next adventure:

🧣Fleece Neck Warmers - Extra insulation for winter topographic surveys
🌄Outdoor Binoculars - Compact binoculars for landscape observation
🦯Walking Poles - Supportive poles for long-distance walking
💧Hydration Reservoirs - Convenient water bladders for hands-free drinking on the move
🛑Emergency Bivvy Bags - Heat-reflective survival bags for unexpected nights out

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