Red Lake Trail
South San Juan Wilderness, Conejos County, CO
Out-and-back trail in South San Juan Wilderness, Conejos County, CO. Hiking.
- Distance
- 5.1 mi (8.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 732 ft (223 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr
- High point
- 11,739 ft (3,578 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Red Lake Trail
How long is Red Lake Trail?
Red Lake Trail is 5.1 mi (8.1 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr. It climbs 732 ft (223 m) in total, up to a high point of 11,739 ft (3,578 m).
How hard is Red Lake Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Red Lake Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Red Lake Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Red Lake Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (20% under trees).
What can you do on Red Lake Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Red 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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