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Abyss Lake Trail


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Abyss Lake Trail

Abyss Lake is nestled in a high glacial cirque between Mt. Bierstadt and Mt. Evans in the Mt. Evans Wilderness. Before ending at Abyss Lake this trail reaches Helms Lake.

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For further information and any restrictions see:  Pike-San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands - Abyss Lake Trail #602 (usda.gov)

Directions to parking lot:  Abyss Trailhead - Google Maps

Alternate title data:

Abyss Lake Trail to Abyss Lake - 17 miles, 3,389 feet elevation gain. 

Abyss Lake Trail to Helms Lake - 12 miles, 2,400 feet elevation gain

To review the Trip Leader Checklist see:  Shared R:P+Trip Leader Activity Checklists - Google Docs

  • Suitable Activities: Backpacking, Hiking, Snowshoeing
  • Seasons: Year-round
  • Weather: View weather forecast
  • Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
    Mount Evans Wilderness Area, South Platte Ranger District (PSINF)
  • Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
  • Recommended Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
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  • Abyss Lake TH - Abyss Lake Trail to Helms Lake
  • Abyss Lake TH - Abyss Lake Trail to Abyss Lake
  • Abyss Lake TH - Abyss Lake Trail
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