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Twin Lakes (Chicago Basin)

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Twin Lakes (Chicago Basin)

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Weminuche Wilderness

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    July 21, 2023

    Hiking

    The upper lakes in Chicago Basin vary in size depending on the time of year, and they serve as a great campsite or base camp for trying to bag some of the Chicago Basin 14ers. The lakes sit around 12,500 feet and are well above treeline and offer great views of the highest peaks in the area.

    November 20, 2023

    Running

    The upper lakes in Chicago Basin vary in size depending on the time of year, and they serve as a great campsite or base camp for trying to bag some of the Chicago Basin 14ers. The lakes sit around 12,500 feet and are well above treeline and offer great views of the highest peaks in the area.

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    Location: La Plata County, Colorado, United States

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