Empedrado Lake Trail
Rio Grande National Forest, Conejos County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Rio Grande National Forest, Conejos County, CO. Hiking, Mountain biking, & Off-road (4x4, OHV).
- Distance
- 11.9 mi (19.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,713 ft (522 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 40 min
- High point
- 11,119 ft (3,389 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Empedrado Lake Trail
How long is Empedrado Lake Trail?
Empedrado Lake Trail is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 40 min. It climbs 1,713 ft (522 m) in total, up to a high point of 11,119 ft (3,389 m).
How hard is Empedrado Lake Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Empedrado Lake Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (61% under trees).
What can you do on Empedrado Lake Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking, Off-road (4x4, OHV). Shared with motor vehicles. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Empedrado 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.
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