The Pool/Odessa Lake
Rocky Mountain National Park, Larimer County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Rocky Mountain National Park, Larimer County, CO. Hiking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 6.2 mi (10 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,713 ft (522 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 50 min
- High point
- 10,043 ft (3,061 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Old Forest Inn - Site 2 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Campsite: Old Forest Inn - Site 1 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from start
- Waterfall: Fern Falls 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from start
- Waterfall: Marguerite Falls 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from start
- Campsite: Fern Lake Group Campsite 4 mi (6.5 km) from start
- Campsite: Odessa Lake Campsite 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about The Pool/Odessa Lake
How long is The Pool/Odessa Lake?
The Pool/Odessa Lake is 6.2 mi (10 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 50 min. It climbs 1,713 ft (522 m) in total, up to a high point of 10,043 ft (3,061 m).
How hard is The Pool/Odessa Lake?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for The Pool/Odessa Lake?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on The Pool/Odessa Lake?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 4 mi (6.5 km).
Is The Pool/Odessa Lake shaded?
Mostly shaded (88% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on The Pool/Odessa Lake?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on The Pool/Odessa Lake?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for The Pool/Odessa Lake?
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.
Trails near The Pool/Odessa Lake
- Cub Lake-Mill Creek Basin Trail Rocky Mountain National Park · Moderate · 3.3 mi (5.2 km)
- Fern Lake Campsite Access Trail Rocky Mountain National Park · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Spruce Lake/Loomis Lake Rocky Mountain National Park · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.4 km)
- Loomis Lake Trail Rocky Mountain National Park · Easy · 1.3 mi (2 km)
- Fern Lake Trailhead - The Pool Trail Rocky Mountain National Park · Easy · 3.4 mi (5.4 km)
- Fern Lake Trail Rocky Mountain National Park · Expert · 14.8 mi (23.7 km)
- Ute Trail East Rocky Mountain National Park · Expert · 9.4 mi (15.1 km)
- Flattop Mountain Trail Junction - Cub Lake Rocky Mountain National Park · Moderate · 4.2 mi (6.7 km)
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