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Nymph, Dream, and Emerald Lakes
Take the 5.5-mile roundtrip Bear Lake Trailhead and you will encounter this trio of three majestic lakes nestled in the Rocky Mountains.
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Nymph, Dream, and Emerald Lakes Details
Take the 5.5-mile roundtrip Bear Lake Trailhead and you will encounter this trio of three majestic lakes nestled in the Rocky Mountains. About ½ a mile into your journey you will stumble across Nymph Lake. It is surface is dotted with green lilypads which actually makes it look more like a pond. From there, you will head to Dream Lake and admire the towering pines that surround the perimeter of the water. If you are feeling extra brave, you can dip your toes in the ice-cold water. Your last stop along the hike is Emerald Lake, which gets its name from the vividly bright turquoise waters.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Nymph, Dream, and Emerald Lakes
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0.5 mi away
Dream Lake
It is easy to see how this stunning alpine lake got its name it is absolutely dreamy to see up close.
1.2 mi away
Dream Lake
This high alpine lake is best when combined with the nearby Emerald and Nymph Lakes.
1.2 mi away
Odessa Lake
This high alpine lake is one of the park's best-kept secrets because of the access trail's difficulty.
1.2 mi away
Flattop Mountain
The ascending trail is challenging, and experiences a lot of quick elevation gains and steep climbs.
1.2 mi away
Bear Lake
Bear Lake Road is open year round, making Bear Lake itself one of the park's most popular destinations.
