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The best running trails in Lake County

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Running in Lake County is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Lake County—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: November 16, 2025

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1. Mosquito Pass & mining country loop — Leadville

37.7km

04:59

1,530m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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2. North Mount Elbert Trail (aka, Standard Route) — San Isabel National Forest

15.5km

04:40

1,340m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3. Hope Pass via Willis Gulch Trail — San Isabel National Forest

14.4km

03:47

1,000m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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4. Turquoise Lake Trail — San Isabel National Forest

20.2km

02:27

80m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Lakes overlook via Mosquito Pass Road — Leadville

22.1km

02:49

690m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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6. Mineral Belt Trail loop — Leadville, Colorado

19.1km

02:01

250m

260m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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7. Turquoise Lake loop — San Isabel National Forest

21.4km

02:33

250m

240m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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8. Mount Elbert Loop — San Isabel National Forest

23.6km

05:44

1,460m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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9. South Mount Elbert Trail — San Isabel National Forest

24.6km

05:19

1,460m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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10. Mount Massive Loop — Mount Massive Wilderness

20.8km

05:21

1,320m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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The best running trails in Lake County

1. Mosquito Pass & mining country loop — Leadville

2. North Mount Elbert Trail (aka, Standard Route) — San Isabel National Forest

3. Hope Pass via Willis Gulch Trail — San Isabel National Forest

4. Turquoise Lake Trail — San Isabel National Forest

5. Lakes overlook via Mosquito Pass Road — Leadville

6. Mineral Belt Trail loop — Leadville, Colorado

7. Turquoise Lake loop — San Isabel National Forest

8. Mount Elbert Loop — San Isabel National Forest

9. South Mount Elbert Trail — San Isabel National Forest

10. Mount Massive Loop — Mount Massive Wilderness

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