Booth Lake

Managing agency

Pike-San Isabel NF — Pikes Peak RD

Booth Lake is a 9.0-mile out-and-back trail located in Colorado, offering hikers a moderate to challenging alpine experience. The route gains 3,062 feet in elevation, making it suitable for those with solid hiking fitness. The trail leads to a scenic mountain lake, rewarding hikers with views of the surrounding peaks and alpine terrain. This out-and-back format allows you to turn around at the lake and return via the same route, with a total round-trip distance of 18 miles. The elevation gain is significant but distributed across the entire ascent, creating a steady climb through different ecosystems as you gain altitude. The trail is managed by the local wilderness management agency and falls within a designated wilderness area, preserving the natural character of the landscape. Hikers should prepare for high-altitude conditions and variable mountain weather. The best hiking season typically runs from late spring through early fall, depending on snow conditions. The combination of accessible distance and substantial elevation gain makes Booth Lake appealing to intermediate to advanced hikers seeking alpine lake scenery and wilderness solitude in Colorado's mountain terrain.