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Colorado
14.7 mi
Distance
563 ft
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Inside Rocky Mountain National Park
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Fern Lake Trail
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Fern Lake Trail is a 7.3-mile out-and-back hike located in Colorado. The trail features 563 feet of elevation gain, making it a moderate day hike suitable for hikers with basic fitness levels. The trail takes you through varied terrain as it climbs toward Fern Lake. With nearly 1,100 feet of total elevation change across the round trip, the ascent is gradual enough to manage steadily throughout the hike. This out-and-back format means you'll retrace your route on the return journey, allowing you to enjoy familiar sections from a different perspective. The trail is managed by rwn and traverses rwn wilderness area. Fern Lake Trail works well as a full-day adventure, offering a good balance between distance and elevation gain. The destination lake provides a natural turnaround point with scenic views. Expect a hike of roughly 4-5 hours for most hikers at a moderate pace, though individual times will vary based on fitness level and trail conditions.
Bear Lake Trail
~1 min drive
0.7 mi · Easy
Bear Lake
~1 min drive
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Sprague Lake
~4 min drive
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Hollowell Park
~5 min drive
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North Longs Peak Trail
~7 min drive
11 mi · Easy
Tuxedo Park Picnic Area
~7 min drive
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Stories of the Moon & Stars at Moraine Park Discovery Center
~8 min drive
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Horseshoe Park
~10 min drive
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Tonahutu Creek Trail
~11 min drive
27 mi · Expert
Alluvial Fan
~11 min drive
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