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Description
With a name like that, how could this not be a gem?? Gem Lake is an easily accessible mountain lake situated amongst cool boulders and rock formations. This is a great place to picnic with the family but be warned, you'll more than likely be joined by some furry little friends. As cute as the little chipmunks around Gem Lake are, please refrain from feeding them!
Short Hike: The lake is roughly two miles from the trailhead and is accessed by the Gem Lake Trail.
Family Friendly: Kids love climbing on rocks. The trail to Gem Lake is a rocky paradise lined by boulders that are perfectly arranged for climbing.
Gem Type: Lake
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Sep 26, 2023
Glacel Anne
A little underwhelming. Make sure to go early, it gets quite hot in the afternoon. Not as crowded as the other hikes by Bear Lake.
Oct 6, 2021
Najma Hamdani
Pretty hard hike for us since we flew in and didn't check in until 4 pm so did this hike. Climbed about 1000 ft but beautiful nonetheless
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