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Little Molas Lake is a small body of water found off the Colorado Trail. At 11,000 feet, the lake is surrounded by beautiful mountains. There is a picnic area along the banks of the lake, so it is a great place for a break to enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Little Molas Lake is a high-altitude body of water at about 11,000 feet. It is located nearby parking lots and provides easy access to the Colorado Trail. It is the ideal place to enjoy a packed lunch before or after your ride.

Columbine Lake is a high glacial lake at 12,693 feet and surrounded by rugged peaks and alpine meadows. The first two miles of the ride climb pretty steeply, but flattens as you get closer to the lake.

Island lake is a cerulean-blue alpine lake nestled just north of Ice Lake below Grant Peak. This is one of the best views you will get in the Ice Lakes Basin.

Ice Lake is a stunning alpine lake that is perfect for a break. You are surrounded by the majestic peaks of Golden Horn, Pilot Knob and Ulysses S Grant Peak. The best time to visit this high alpine lake is from July through August, but in a high snow year, bring winter gear even in summer.

Here starts the 3.79 miles long trail to the Ice Lakes. There are about 800 meters to overcome.

Engineer Mountain Trail starts at the Cascade Creek Trailhead and steadily climbs deep into the San Juan National Forest. The trail is popular for biking, running, and hiking and is often combined to other trails in the area to create different routes and loops. The trail passes through open meadows, aspen groves, and fields of wildflowers. This is a pretty diverse trail and is used as a less popular approach to the scramble up Engineer Mountain.

At 12,968 feet, Engineer Mountain doesn't quite qualify as a Colorado 13er. That being said, it is one of the most unique and fun mountains in the San Juans. The ridge up to the summit involves some class 2 and class 3 moves, but the route is clear and easy to follow. This is a great route to introduce someone to class 3 travel, and you are not lacking any views once you reach the summit.