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    October 18, 2023

    Road cycling

    Brainard Lake is a beautiful alpine lake in the Indian Peaks Wilderness below the Continental Divide surrounded by subalpine forest. It is in the Brainard Lake Recreation Area, which during the summer season usually requires a reservation and a fee, but if you are on your bike you do not need to pay or reserve a time slot. Because of the area's high elevation, snow typically remains until late spring, even on the paved road to the lake.

    August 7, 2023

    Hiking

    Brainard Lake Recreation Area is set in a glacially carved valley offering visitors spectacular panoramic views of Brainard Lake, surrounding subalpine forest, and high peaks along the Continental Divide. Because of the area's high elevation, snow typically remains until July.

    November 15, 2023

    Running

    Brainard Lake Recreation Area is set in a glacially carved valley offering visitors spectacular panoramic views of Brainard Lake, surrounding subalpine forest, and high peaks along the Continental Divide. Because of the area's high elevation, snow typically remains until July.

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    1. Lakes loop via Pawnee Pass Trail — Indian Peaks Wilderness

    17.4km

    04:57

    270m

    270m

    Wilderness trail through wildflower meadows to alpine lakes framed by towering Indian Peaks.

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    Creek-side trail through lodgepole pines leading to pristine Brainard Lake with Continental Divide reflections.
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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Elevation 3,150 m

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