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Dowdy Lake

Name: Dowdy Lake
Rating: 2

Recommended by 2 hikers

This Highlight is in a protected area

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Roosevelt National Forest

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Location: Red Feather Lakes, Larimer County, Colorado, United States

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1. Dowdy Lake — Red Feather Lakes — Roosevelt National Forest

3.57km

00:55

10m

Peaceful lakeside loop through fragrant ponderosa pines with calm waters reflecting Colorado's rolling hills.

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2. Mount Margaret Trail – Mount Margaret loop from Red Feather Lakes

14.5km

03:54

170m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Mount Margaret Trail – Mount Margaret loop from Red Feather Lakes

13.8km

03:40

140m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Jamie S.

September 7, 2023

Dowdy Lake is one of many, many lakes in the Red Feather Lakes area. This attractive lake has a campground on its southern shore, hiking and mountain biking trails around its entirety, and a many scenic spots that are perfect for photographers who wish to capture the reflection of unique rocks and aspen trees that surround the lake. Dowdy Lake is the largest body of water of the Red Feather Lakes and you can swim, fish, and boat in the lake but there is a 10 mph speed limit for boats.

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Elevation 2,490 m

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Thursday 25 December

12°C

3°C

12 %

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Max wind speed: 32.0 km/h

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Location: Red Feather Lakes, Larimer County, Colorado, United States

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1. Dowdy Lake — Red Feather Lakes — Roosevelt National Forest

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