Hitchens Gulch / Lake Of The Clouds Trail
Rocky Mountain National Park, Grand County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Rocky Mountain National Park, Grand County, CO. Hiking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 2.8 mi (4.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,096 ft (334 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 25 min
- High point
- 11,332 ft (3,454 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Dutch Town Campsite 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from start
- Waterfall 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Hitchens Gulch / Lake Of The Clouds Trail
How long is Hitchens Gulch / Lake Of The Clouds Trail?
Hitchens Gulch / Lake Of The Clouds Trail is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 25 min. It climbs 1,096 ft (334 m) in total, up to a high point of 11,332 ft (3,454 m).
How hard is Hitchens Gulch / Lake Of The Clouds Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Hitchens Gulch / Lake Of The Clouds Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Hitchens Gulch / Lake Of The Clouds Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Hitchens Gulch / Lake Of The Clouds Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (62% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Hitchens Gulch / Lake Of The Clouds Trail?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Hitchens Gulch / Lake Of The Clouds Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Hitchens Gulch / Lake Of The Clouds 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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