Lower Ice Lake Basin is a great place to catch some breath again after the steep climb from Ice Lake Trailhead. Take a break to enjoy the scenery before your final ascent to the upper alpine lakes. There are some nice streams to fill your water bottle (don’t forget to treat the water).

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Ice Lakes Trail

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Hike the Ice Lakes Trail, a moderate 4.3-mile route in San Juan National Forest, featuring stunning turquoise alpine lakes.

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Clear Creek Waterfall – Ice Lake loop from Clear Creek Falls

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Location: San Juan County, Colorado, United States

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Lower Ice Lake Basin

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