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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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 via South Colony Trail — Sangre de Cristo Wilderness

10.1km

04:02

770m

Forest trail to alpine lakes and ridge scrambling with stunning Crestone Peaks panorama.

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2. South Colony Lake — Sangre de Cristo Wilderness

4.34km

01:19

150m

Wilderness trail to pristine alpine lakes beneath the towering spire of Crestone Needle.

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Elevation 3,560 m

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Location: Custer County, Colorado, United States

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South Colony Lake

1. Humboldt Peak via South Colony Trail — Sangre de Cristo Wilderness

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