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Salmon Lake

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Salmon Lake

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Eagles Nest Wilderness

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  • Location: Summit County, Colorado, United States

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    June 28, 2023

    Hiking

    The popular fishing holes of Willow Lakes draw more attention than the nearby Salmon Lake. Salmon Lake is a high alpine lake just north of Red Peak. The lake is beautiful any time of year, but the trail to the water is hard to navigate before the snow melts out in June.

    October 15, 2023

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    The popular fishing holes of Willow Lakes draw more attention than the nearby Salmon Lake. Salmon Lake is a high alpine lake just north of Red Peak. The lake is beautiful any time of year, but the trail to the water is hard to navigate before the snow melts out in June.
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    Salmon Lake via Gore Range Trail

    8.11km

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    The Salmon Lake via Gore Range Trail offers a moderate hiking experience through a dense forest, occasionally opening up to reveal eastern views of the Continental Divide and the rugged…

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    Hike the challenging 9.7-mile Willow Lakes via Gore Range Trail for stunning alpine scenery and dramatic views of the Zodiac Spires.

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    Hike the difficult 12.7-mile Salmon Lake via Gore Range Trail for stunning alpine scenery and solitude in Eagles Nest Wilderness.

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    Elevation 3,420 m

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    Location: Summit County, Colorado, United States

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