The Pool
Originally called "Funston Pool" after Fredrick Funston, who supposedly caught 312 trout from the pool.
Plan Around The Pool
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The Pool Details
Originally called "Funston Pool" after Fredrick Funston, who supposedly caught 312 trout from the pool in one day sometime during the late 1880s, this turbulent water pocket in the Big Thompson River has since become a popular Rocky Mountain National Park destination. Of course today there are limits on the number of trout an angler can possess. The trail to The Pool is a wide, sandy path the experiences very little elevation change as it follows the river past the massive boulders of Arch Rocks and the shady, damp scenery studded with aspen and signs of beaver activity. While the trail does offer some excellent views of Stones Peak, the main attraction is definitely the big, sunny, exposed rocks surrounding that pool that are popular among anglers, hikers, and a number of species of waterfowl.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
1.7 miles
Estimated time
1.5 hours
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around The Pool
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0.0 mi away
Fern Lake Trailhead
Daily service: May 27 to October 18 (15 passenger limit due to COVID-19). Every 30 minutes from 7 am to 7:30 pm. Times are approximate estimates based on frequency.
0.8 mi away
Cub Lake
This family-friendly trail leads through the landscapes surrounding Big Thompson River and Moraine Park
0.8 mi away
Cub Lake Trailhead
May 26-Oct 9, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m, every 20 minutes. Expect major delays due to construction.
1.1 mi away
Moraine Park Campground (C Loop)
Daily service: May 27 to October 18 (15 passenger limit due to COVID-19). Every 30 minutes from 7 am to 7:30 pm. Times are approximate estimates based on frequency.
1.2 mi away
Beaver Mountain
A summit with an elevation of 3,200 meters, or 10,499 feet.
