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Nov 1, 2023 · Bookmark. Photo: Getty Images. Emerald Lake is one of the most popular hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park for good reason. This relatively short and moderate hike packs a ton of bang for your buck with three beautiful alpine lakes and incredible views along the way.
Apr 20, 2024 · The Emerald Lake Trail is one of the most popular day hikes in the Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP), located just a short distance from the town of Estes Park, Colorado. It’s a nice, family friendly hike that features a total of three different scenic lakes on the main trail — Nymph Lake, Dream Lake, and Emerald Lake — plus two more ...
Jan 24, 2024 · Total Elevation Gain: 605 feet. Starting Elevation (Bear Lake Trailhead): 9,449 feet. Elevation at Emerald Lake: 10,110 feet. Length of Time: 2 to 3 hours. When to go: You can hike to Emerald Lake year-round. From October through May, snowshoes may be necessary depending on weather conditions.
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For more information, please visit: https://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/shuttle-buses-and-public-transit.htm This scenic hiking trail through the Tyndall Gorge to Emerald Lake is an extremely popular route in Rocky Mountain National Park. Starting from the Bear Lake Trailhead, hikers will walk through pine forests, past pristine alpine lakes ...
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Jun 10, 2022 · Emerald Lake CO is one of the most popular trails in Colorado and in Rocky Mountain National Park. Visitors flock to this hike to see the stunning blue or frozen alpine lakes under the imposing mountains ahead.
Sep 10, 2023 · Rocky Mountain National Park has no shortage of amazing hikes and the 3.6-mile Emerald Lake trail is one of the best. It passes by three stunning alpine lakes (Bear Lake, Nymph Lake, and Dream Lake) before ending at the clear, green waters of Emerald Lake.
Emerald Lake is considered by many to be the BEST hike in Rocky Mountain National Park. It’s the first one we ever did in the park and is a great way to introduce yourself to the beautiful alpine landscape and lakes of the Rocky Mountains!
