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Easy hikes and walks in Lake County

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Exploring Lake County on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in Lake County. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: October 22, 2025

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1. Windsor Lake Trail — Mount Massive Wilderness

3.53km

01:23

260m

Alpine lake nestled in granite basin with Continental Divide peaks and historic mining remnants.

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2. Swoop Trail and Perma Grin Trail loop from CMC — Leadville

4.43km

01:11

50m

Gentle introduction to Leadville's singletrack with playful rollers and flowing turns through pine forests.

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3. Independence Pass Overlook loop — White River National Forest

740m

00:12

10m

Paved alpine trail to the Continental Divide with 14er views and thin mountain air above treeline.

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4. Nature Trail loop — Leadville National Fish Hatchery

1.86km

00:31

30m

Peaceful nature walk through America's second oldest fish hatchery with mountain views and wildlife education.

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5. Ball Mountain loop — Leadville Mining District

4.26km

01:22

190m

180m

Dusty mining roads lead to Ball Mountain's summit through Colorado's highest city and historic district.

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6. Slip N Slide Trail loop from CMC — Leadville

5.42km

01:27

70m

Forest singletrack with smooth berms and rollers through towering Lodgepole pines near campus.

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7. Lily Lake via Forest Road 131 — San Isabel National Forest

4.76km

01:19

80m

Peaceful forest walk to lily pad-covered alpine lake honoring WWII mountain soldiers.

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8. Giddy Up Trail loop from CMC — Leadville

5.18km

01:23

60m

Peaceful forest loop through campus woods with birdsong and mountain air near Leadville.

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9. Turquoise Lake loop from Leadville

5.63km

01:28

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Colorado Trail loop from Tordal Estates

4.55km

01:17

90m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in Lake County

1. Windsor Lake Trail — Mount Massive Wilderness

2. Swoop Trail and Perma Grin Trail loop from CMC — Leadville

3. Independence Pass Overlook loop — White River National Forest

4. Nature Trail loop — Leadville National Fish Hatchery

5. Ball Mountain loop — Leadville Mining District

6. Slip N Slide Trail loop from CMC — Leadville

7. Lily Lake via Forest Road 131 — San Isabel National Forest

8. Giddy Up Trail loop from CMC — Leadville

9. Turquoise Lake loop from Leadville

10. Colorado Trail loop from Tordal Estates

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