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Palmer Reservoir Trailhead

Palmer Reservoir Trailhead

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Palmer Reservoir Trailhead

Name: Palmer Reservoir Trailhead
Rating: 1.8

Recommended by 4 hikers out of 5

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Location: Palmer Lake, El Paso County, Colorado, United States

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Best Hikes to Palmer Reservoir Trailhead

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1. Upper & Lower Palmer Reservoir — Pike National Forest

5.28km

01:36

170m

Mountain trail to twin reservoirs with mirror-like reflections and wildflower meadows near Palmer Lake.

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2. Sundance Mountain & Lower Palmer Reservoir — Pike National Forest

6.34km

02:11

340m

Quiet summit hike with a hidden trail junction and hikers' logbook at the top.

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3. Palmer Reservoir Trailhead – Lower Palmer Reservoir loop from Palmer Lake

6.34km

02:00

260m

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

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Tyler Sanders

October 4, 2023

This trailhead serves as the starting point for a range of hikes in the Palmer Lake area. Parking is available for $5.50 for the entire day, but please be aware that dogs are not permitted on the trails. One of the most popular hikes from this trailhead leads to the reservoirs, which supply water to the area. To maintain water hygiene, additional rules have been implemented such as no dogs and or swimming.

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Elevation 2,200 m

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Location: Palmer Lake, El Paso County, Colorado, United States

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Palmer Reservoir Trailhead

1. Upper & Lower Palmer Reservoir — Pike National Forest

2. Sundance Mountain & Lower Palmer Reservoir — Pike National Forest

3. Palmer Reservoir Trailhead – Lower Palmer Reservoir loop from Palmer Lake

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