Maroon Lake is an alpine lake situated at the center of the Maroon Bells Scenic Area and sits at an elevation of 9,585 feet. The view across Maroon Lake, with North Maroon Peak in the background, is the most photographed scene in Colorado. It can be very crowded in the summer; however, due to the limited access for cars, biking becomes a great option.

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June 9, 2025

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Steeper at the top! Ignore the 30:1 e-bikes as they fly by you.

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Maroon Bells Climb – Maroon Lake loop from Snowmass Village

59.3km

04:03

1,010m

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

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Maroon Bells Climb – Maroon Lake loop from Aspen

77.2km

05:07

1,170m

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

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Elevation 2,920 m

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Max wind speed: 22.0 km/h

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Location: Pitkin County, Colorado, United States

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