South Colony Lake is at the base of Crestone Needle, giving you a privileged view of the peak, with green clear water surrounded by grass and a creek that flows from the lake. It can be a good spot to camp before reaching the needle.

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November 24, 2023

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South Colony Lakes are at the base of Crestone Needle, giving you a privileged view of the peak, with green clear water surrounded by grass and a creek that flows from the lakes. This can be a good spot to camp before reaching the needle.

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1. Humboldt Peak Trail

10.1km

04:02

770m

Hike the moderate 6.3-mile Humboldt Peak Trail in Colorado for panoramic views of the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness and South Colony Lakes.

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2. South Colony Lakes Trail

4.34km

01:19

150m

Hike the South Colony Lakes Trail, an easy 2.7-mile (4.3 km) route with 485 feet (148 metres) of elevation gain, taking about 1 hour 18 minu

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Elevation 3,560 m

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Location: Custer County, Colorado, United States

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