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Linkins Lake Trail

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  2. CO
  3. …Central Rockies
  4. …White River National Forest
  5. Hunter–Fryingpan Wilderness
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Length

0.5 Miles 0.8 Kilometers


Elevation

387' 118 m

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Descent

15%

Avg Grade (9°)

47%

Max Grade (25°)

12,019' 3,664 m

High

11,632' 3,545 m

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“A short but steep trail to an alpine lake & alpine views”

— Anne Travels
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Overview

No more than 15 people in a group. No campfires above treeline or camping within 100 feet of the lake.
Features: Lake — Views — Wildflowers
Family Friendly: A short length and a lake at the end make this a good family hike.
Dogs: Leashed

Description

From the trailhead for the Lost Man Trail #1996, hike 0.1 miles to the trail split; turn left to access the Linkins Lake Trail.

The trail steepens, eventually switchbacking upward through gorgeous views of Lost Man Pass and the peaks surrounding the valley. After 0.6 miles, the trail arrives at Linkins Lake.

Contacts

Land Manager: White River National Forest - Maroon Bells

May 17, 2018: White River National Forest campgrounds open for the season

May 16, 2018: Partners prepare for another season at Green Mountain Reservoir with a focus on boat inspections

May 15, 2018: Forest Service seeks public comment on Aspen Mountain Pandora and Snowmaking Projects

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in Hunter–Fryingpan Wilderness

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Views toward Lost Man Pass from the Linkins Lake Trail
Views toward Lost Man Pass from the Linkins Lak…
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Exploring Linkins Lake
Exploring Linkins Lake
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