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Looking for the best hiking trails in Estes Park? Whether you're getting ready to hike, bike, trail run, or explore other outdoor activities, AllTrails has 172 scenic trails in the Estes Park area. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
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- Estes Park, Colorado, United States
Enjoy this 7.3-mile loop trail near Estes Park, Colorado. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 34 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, mountain biking, and off-road driving, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
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- Estes Park, Colorado, United States
- Lily Lake. Circle Lily Lake on this wide, flat trail that is wheelchair-accessible and great for families with children. You’ll get views of Longs Peak, Twin Sisters, and Lily Mountain.
- Dream Lake. Dream Lake is an easy hike in Rocky Mountain National Park with absolutely stunning views. Beginning at Bear Lake Trailhead, you’ll hike slightly uphill to Nymph Lake.
- Lake Estes Loop. For a trail right in downtown Estes Park, head to Lake Estes and hike the loop around the lake. Along with views of the lake, you’ll see a meadow, a dam, and lots of lovely scenery.
- Alberta Falls. As one of Colorado’s best waterfall hikes no trip to Estes is complete without visiting Alberta Falls. Park at the Glacier Gorge trailhead and leisurely make your way up to Glacier Gorge following signs to Alberta Falls.
- Emerald Lake Trail. To begin, Emerald Lake is a highly popular trail that provides moderate difficulty all around. This trail is located at Bear Lake, which provides beautiful, water-centric views.
- Dream Lake Trail. The Dream Lake Trail is aptly named, containing lake views that are enveloped in the Rocky Mountains. The length of this trail is about 2 miles roundtrip and it’s considered to be moderate in difficulty.
- Alberta Falls Trail. Alberta Falls Trail is located at Glacier Gorge and is about 1.6 miles in length. Spend 45 minutes soaking in the fresh air and spectacular views of Alberta Falls!
- The Loch Lake Trail. The Loch Lake Trail (also known as The Loch) is also located at Glacier Gorge. This trail is easy to see and well-defined, which adds to its accessibility.
- Preparation and Safety Tips for Climbing Colorado 14ers. When tackling Colorado’s 14ers, proper preparation is critical to ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience.
- Longs Peak. The crown jewel of Rocky Mountain National Park, Longs Peak stands at 14,259 feet and is the closest 14er to Estes Park, with a driving time of approximately 30 minutes to the Longs Peak Trailhead.
- Mount Bierstadt. Mount Bierstadt, situated in the Mount Evans Wilderness Area, is another 14er within reach of Estes Park, with a driving time of about 2 hours and 30 minutes to the Guanella Pass Trailhead.
- IV. Grays Peak and Torreys Peak. Located in the Front Range, Grays Peak (14,278 ft) and Torreys Peak (14,267 ft) are often climbed together, thanks to their proximity and shared trailhead.
The trailhead is approximately ten miles south of Estes Park, CO. The keyhole route runs from the Longs Peak Ranger Station to the summit of Longs Peak, via the “Boulderfield” and the “Keyhole”. To reduce impact to the environment, stay on the trail the entire ascent and descent.
Length: 1.6 mi • Est. 42m. This family-friendly hike takes you to the stunning Alberta Falls from Glacier Gorge Junction trailhead. You'll get great views of the surrounding peaks. This scenic hike is also one of the most popular in Rocky Mountain National Park.
