Columbine Lake Trail
San Juan National Forest, San Juan County, CO
Out-and-back trail in San Juan National Forest, San Juan County, CO. Hiking, Horseback riding, Mountain biking, & Off-road (4x4, OHV).
- Distance
- 6.6 mi (10.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,487 ft (758 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 25 min
- High point
- 12,690 ft (3,868 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Columbine Lake Trail
How long is Columbine Lake Trail?
Columbine Lake Trail is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 25 min. It climbs 2,487 ft (758 m) in total, up to a high point of 12,690 ft (3,868 m).
How hard is Columbine Lake Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Columbine Lake Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (34% under trees).
What can you do on Columbine Lake Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking, Off-road (4x4, OHV). Shared with bikes, horses, motor vehicles. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Columbine Lake Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Columbine Lake Trail
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- Porphry Basin Trail San Juan National Forest · Easy · 2.1 mi (3.4 km)
- Opus Hut Trail San Juan National Forest · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
- Pack Trail San Juan County · Expert · 7.7 mi (12.3 km)
- Lewis Mine Trail Uncompahgre National Forest · Easy · 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
- Blue Lake Trail Uncompahgre National Forest · Easy · 2.1 mi (3.4 km)
- Blue Lake Trail Uncompahgre National Forest · Moderate · 2.2 mi (3.6 km)
- Rainbow Path Downhill San Juan National Forest · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.7 km)
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