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The town of Grand Lake is located at the western entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park. It is situated in a beautiful mountain landscape and serves as a starting point for many activities in the western half of the park.

A short walk takes you from the parking lot along a signposted path to Adam Falls, which plunge through a narrow rocky gorge.

A short walk from the large parking lot to Adam Falls. They are very easy to reach, and the path is well-maintained, although there are a few steps and rocks to climb. A circular trail has been created near the falls, which runs along the river.

Even though there was a fire here a few years ago, it's interesting to walk through the regenerating forest. It's interesting to see how nature is gradually reclaiming itself and new plants are taking root. If you're lucky, you might even spot a moose.

Haynach Lakes are composed of a big lake, another small one, and a few ponds, featuring meadows that have plenty of wildflowers during summer. The lake is known for being home to different trout species, that can be ‘caught and kept’, except for the Greenback Cuttrout that needs to be released. There is a small peninsula at the big lake from where you can observe fish swimming, if you’re lucky. This is a long and beautiful trail that passes by Granite Falls, going through Tonahutu Creek Trail and long and wild meadows. The hike to Haynach Lakes can be done in a long day or planned as an overnight trip.

Lake Nokoni is located about 9.8 miles away from the North Inlet trailhead. The Ptarmigan Mountain is reflected in its crystal clear waters. Before arriving at this lake you will pass by a very beautiful waterfall, the "Cascade Falls" and a pool of water called "The Big Pool". You get there by taking the Continental Divide Trail for a large part.

This is a picturesque lake surrounded by towering pines. There is also a "lone" pine tree on a small rock/island not far from the shore.

Very close to Grand Lake and at the very beginning of the East Inlet trail that leads to Spirit Lake, you find this superb waterfall full of strength.