Not far off the Colorado Trail is a small alpine lake (it appears more like a pond) covered in lily pads and algae. The pond is in a small opening but is surrounded by a pine forest. The lake is pretty popular, but the trail venturing past the lake sees far fewer visitors.

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1. West Tennessee Lakes Trail

11.9km

03:28

330m

Hike the moderate 7.4-mile West Tennessee Lakes Trail in Holy Cross Wilderness, featuring alpine lakes, forests, and mountain views.

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2. Colorado Trail: Tennessee Pass to Lily Lake

13.1km

04:33

170m

Hike the difficult 8.1-mile Colorado Trail from Tennessee Pass to Lily Lake, gaining 561 feet in San Isabel National Forest.

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3. Lily Lake via Forest Road 131

4.76km

01:19

80m

Lily Lake via Forest Road 131 in San Isabel National Forest is an easy 3.0-mile hike to Lily Lake, offering alpine views.

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Location: Lake County, Colorado, United States

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