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Timber Lake
The picturesque trail to this treeline-level lake is almost as much of an attraction as the lake itself.
Plan Around Timber Lake
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Timber Lake Details
NOTE: This trail was severely damaged by landslides in the summer of 2011. It is unknown whether the trail will be repaired or rerouted, and when this work will be completed. The picturesque trail to this treeline-level lake at the base of 12,880-foot Mt. Ida is almost as much of an attraction as the lake itself. The well-maintained, but seldom-used trail wanders through a lush, gentle forest landscape before entering a large, sunny meadow. Surrounded by steep, rocky hills, this subalpine meadow is home to a wide array of wildlife, from wildflowers to elk and moose, and soon leads to the large, picturesque lake that's home to the native Colorado River Cutthroat Trout.
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
4.8 miles
Estimated time
5 hours
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Timber Lake
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Timber Lake
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2.0 mi away
Copeland Lake Picnic Area
This small picnic area sits alongside manmade Copeland Lake.
2.0 mi away
Copeland Lake Picnic Area
This small picnic area sits alongside manmade Copeland Lake.
2.1 mi away
Copeland Lake
This small, picturesque lake is easily accessible from the dirt road leading to the Wild Basin Trailhead.
3.4 mi away
Longs Peak Trailhead
The square-topped, 14,259-foot Longs Peak is one of Rocky Mountain National Park's most distinctive landmarks.
3.4 mi away
Longs Peak Trailhead
The square-topped, 14,255-foot Longs Peak is one of Rocky Mountain National Park's most distinctive landmarks.
