Name: CDT: Monarch Lake to Grand Lake (CO Sec. 35)
Rating: 4.5

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Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDT)

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Easy/intermediate slightly undulating singletrack winding through and along lakeshore. Abundant wildlife and impressive views. This trail is subject to fallen trees so prepare to climb a bit. Track is mostly dry and sandy.

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Local Club: Continental Divide Trail Coalition

Jun 9, 2026: GAOA Trail Crew Completes 24 Miles of Maintenance on the Gila National Forest

Jun 8, 2026: What Is the Continental Divide? A Complete Guide + Map

May 21, 2026: Colorado 14ers on the Continental Divide Trail: A Hiker’s Guide

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4.5 from 4 votes

#10

in Indian Peaks Wilderness

#8409

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4.5 from 4 votes

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#10

in Indian Peaks Wilderness

#646

in Colorado

#8,409

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Trees and Sun up to the Lookout with permission from Hobbes7714 Photo Credit: Andrew Wahr Link: https://twitter.com/WahrAndrew

Jan 14, 2015 near Grand Lake, CO

Oct 10, 2020 near Grand Lake, CO

Along the shoreline of East Shore Trail.

Jul 9, 2020 near Grand Lake, CO

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CDT: Monarch Lake to Grand Lake (CO Sec. 35)

12.6

20.3

Point to Point

9,004' 2,745 m

8,288' 2,526 m

1,268' 386 m

1,146' 349 m

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