By leaving the official trail and heading towards this lake, you multiply the chances of meeting the iconic Colorado wild goat, which can be recognized by its entirely white fleece and its curved horns.

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1. Crater Lake & Willow Lake – Maroon Bells Snow Mass Wilderness Area

20.1km

08:00

1,110m

Alpine trek from famous Maroon Bells to secluded Willow Lake with mountain goats and solitude.

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2. East Snowmass Trail to Willow Lake — Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness

27.8km

09:31

1,520m

Wilderness trail through aspen groves to Willow Lake with 13,000-foot peaks and mountain goats.

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Elevation 3,600 m

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Location: Pitkin County, Colorado, United States

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1. Crater Lake & Willow Lake – Maroon Bells Snow Mass Wilderness Area

2. East Snowmass Trail to Willow Lake — Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness

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