Scales Lake Road
Grand Mesa National Forest, Mesa County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Grand Mesa National Forest, Mesa County, CO. Cross-country skiing.
- Distance
- 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 13 ft (4 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 min
- High point
- 10,614 ft (3,235 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Scales Lake Road
How long is Scales Lake Road?
Scales Lake Road is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) long. Most people take about 5 min. It climbs 13 ft (4 m) in total, up to a high point of 10,614 ft (3,235 m).
How hard is Scales Lake Road?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Scales Lake Road?
Parking at the start, Free.
Are there water and toilets on Scales Lake Road?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Scales Lake Road shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Scales Lake Road?
Best for Cross-country skiing. Surface: paved.
Is this a good week for Scales Lake Road?
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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- Snowshoe Loop Grand Mesa National Forest · Easy · 2.2 mi (3.5 km)
- Will's Hill Grand Mesa National Forest · Moderate · 0.5 mi (0.7 km)
- Lions Grand Mesa National Forest · Moderate · 2.5 mi (4 km)
- Scales Lake Road Grand Mesa National Forest · Moderate · 3.7 mi (6 km)
- County Line Grand Mesa Connector Grand Mesa National Forest · Easy · 1 mi (1.5 km)
- Anderson Road Cutoff Trail Grand Mesa National Forest · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
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