Lower East Inlet Trail
Rocky Mountain National Park, Grand County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Rocky Mountain National Park, Grand County, CO. Hiking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 10.1 mi (16.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,716 ft (523 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 5 min
- High point
- 9,888 ft (3,014 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint: Adams Falls 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Waterfall: Adams Falls 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from start
- Campsite: East Meadow 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint: East Meadow Overlook 2.5 mi (4 km) from start
- Campsite: Lower East Inlet 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from start
- Campsite: Cat's Lair 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from start
- Campsite: Gray Jay Group 9.3 mi (15 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Lower East Inlet Trail
How long is Lower East Inlet Trail?
Lower East Inlet Trail is 10.1 mi (16.2 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 5 min. It climbs 1,716 ft (523 m) in total, up to a high point of 9,888 ft (3,014 m).
How hard is Lower East Inlet Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Lower East Inlet Trail?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: East Inlet Trailhead.
Are there water and toilets on Lower East Inlet Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 9.4 mi (15.1 km).
Is Lower East Inlet Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (72% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Lower East Inlet Trail?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Lower East Inlet Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Lower East Inlet Trail?
The Wake Coffee Shop, 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Never Summer Mountain Products, 1.4 mi (2.2 km).
Is this a good week for Lower East Inlet 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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