The Top 9 Attractions in James Peak Wilderness
There are plenty of places to see and visit in James Peak Wilderness. Whether you love hiking or cycling, James Peak Wilderness is a region where 9
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 8, 2025
James Peak is a 13,294-foot summit in the James Peak Wilderness. The Ute Trail and James Peak trail carry you to the ridge, which is steep at times but never …
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Mount Flora rises to 13,146 feet and offers unobstructed views of the surround peaks and forests. The summit can be reached from multiple angles, but it is most often approached from the Berthoud Pass side.
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The Needle's Eye Tunnel was a short high altitude railroad tunnel on the Denver to Salt Lake Railway. It was closed in 1990 due to rock fall.
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Little Echo Lake is located at an elevation of 11,200 feet off the side of the Ute Trail in the James Peak Wilderness. The picturesque lake can be added on …
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To get to the final lake, Upper Crater Lake, the trail in nonexistent, but the best route to take is to traverse right—going left will lead you to marshy water …
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