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Lower Crystal Lake

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Lower Crystal Lake

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    Location: Summit County, Colorado, United States

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    1. Crystal Trail — White River National Forest

    14.7km

    05:49

    1,000m

    1,000m

    Alpine lake hopping between dramatic peaks with mountain goats and cutthroat trout sightings.

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    2. Francie's Cabin to Lower Crystal Lake via Crystal Creek Rd.

    7.85km

    02:48

    490m

    490m

    Forest trail to pristine Crystal Lake with historic Francie's Cabin and alpine wildlife viewing.

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    August 20, 2025

    Lower Crystal Lake is a great destination for hiking – if you have a capable car (high-clearance, 4WD) then you can even drive all the way to this place. The alpine lake is home to cutthroat trout. Pikas, moose, deer and marmots roam the area around it. The lake is not located in a National Park, but in the White River National Forest.

      July 11, 2023

      Amazing view of Lower Crystal Lake as it is nestled inside a half bowl of Father Dyer Peak and Mount Helen. You can fish at the lake and spot moose, elk, and smaller mammals. You are allowed to camp here, but must follow National Park regulations.

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        Location: Summit County, Colorado, United States

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