Mather Overlook
A stunning scenic overlook located about 8 miles up the Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive. A great place to watch a sunset over the valley.
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Mather Overlook Details
One of the only overlooks that offers a large parking area, Mather Overlook is the perfect place to get a survey of the land that is generally shrouded by trees up to this point in the drive. From the overlook you can see Wheeler Peak, the valley and everything in between with beautiful light shining down. If you are lucky, this is a great place to see rainbows after a shower. Have you camera ready either way, as this is an excellent to snap some pictures of the peak, valley panoramic vista. This scenic overlook also offers picnic tables, restrooms and a telescope.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Mather Overlook
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Osceola Ditch Trail
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Lehman Creek Trail
This difficult 8-mile hike rewards you with great views, plants, topographical changes and plenty of opportunities to see wildlife.
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Upper Lehman Creek Campground
A 22-site campground open mid-April through September. A perfect spot to camp on your way up the Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive.
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Wheeler Peak Summit Trail
If you are a serious hiker, this is a can't-miss trail. The most spectacular views in the park are accessible by this difficult 8.5-mile trail.
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Wheeler Peak Trailhead
Located at the end of the 12-mile Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive, the trailhead is the beginning of one of the most difficult, but most rewarding hikes in the park.
