There is a gravel lot at the top of North Taylor Road. From here you can run south along the Rainbow Trail (doubletrack forest road) all the way down the foothills of the Sangre de Cristos or head up into the Mountains. You can run up to Lakes of the Clouds by going north, or head south along forest roads to reach the Hermit Pass ascent.

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1. Lake of the Clouds loop — Sangre de Cristo Wilderness

16.4km

02:24

740m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 2,800 m

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Location: Custer County, Colorado, United States

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1. Lake of the Clouds loop — Sangre de Cristo Wilderness

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