The Top 20 Lakes in the Gore Range
Looking to visit the best lakes in the Gore Range? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. …
Last updated: September 27, 2025
This is a scenic spot to look out over the reservoir. The dam itself was built in the early 1960s and required relocating the original town of Dillon, which is …
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Flat and paved path through the wetlands at the western lakeside of Dillon Reservoir. As it's pretty close to Frisco, it might get a little busy during the weekends – …
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A small alpine lake in a meadow, Lily Pad Lake is tucked away in the Eagles Nest Wilderness and sees much less traffic than the lake trails in downtown Silverthorne …
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From this spot down a short spur trail off of the Dillion RecPath, you get a great view of Sentinel Island in the Dillon Reservoir. This is a lovely, short …
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Rainbow Lake is an easy accessible body of water off of the Peaks Trail in Frisco, Colorado. The water's edge serves as a pretty picturesque spot with high mountain peaks …
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Who doesn't love high alpine lakes!? While frozen most of the year, Mayflower Lake is gorgeous in the summer and a great place to cool the doggies on a hot day!
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Crystal Lake in the Pike National Forest is a pristine alpine lake in a beautiful landscape. Surrounded by dense pine forests and towering peaks, the lake offers a serene escape for nature enthusiasts and is a great hiking destination.
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There are two lakes accessible from the DeCaLiBron parking area: Kite Lake and Lake Emma. While Kite Lake is just off the side of the main summit trail, Lake Emma …
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Buckeye Lake is a hidden gem just outside of Leadville. This alpine lake sits above treeline and views over onto the Mosquito Range. You can actually fish this lake, but …
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Only open to hikers, runners, and horseback riders, the Boulder Lake Trail in the Eagles Nest Wilderness takes you to a quiet, alpine lake with the mountains of the Gore …
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