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Gilpin County

Forest Lakes Trail loop — James Peak Wilderness

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United States
Colorado
Gilpin County

Forest Lakes Trail loop — James Peak Wilderness

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hikers

Forest Lakes Trail loop — James Peak Wilderness

04:45

12.5km

500m

Hiking
Creek-side trail through golden aspens to two pristine alpine lakes beneath Beacon Peak.

You'll wind through shady forest paths that follow a creek through the James Peak Wilderness on this …

Last updated: September 25, 2025

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James Peak Wilderness

Roosevelt National Forest

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5.36 km

Lower Forest Lake

Highlight • Lake

There is a stunning mountain lake located at the base of Beacon Peak. This lake is the lower of the two Forest Lakes at 10,664'.

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6.29 km

Forest Lake #2

Highlight • Lake

This is the second, slightly higher, Forest Lake located at 10,852'. Much of the shore is rugged and obstructed in places, but is still accessible by trail. Its size and many contours afford privacy and space, even when crowded.

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12.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

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10.3 km

1.79 km

412 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.3 km

1.97 km

248 m

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