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2-Day: Native Lake from Native Lake TH

A moderate two day, one night backpack to camping by Native Lake. 7.6 miles and 1,100 vertical feet total.

Suggested Backpacking Section (BPX) itinerary for 2-day trip to be used for CMC trips led by BPX leaders for BPX members:

Day 1 - Leave the Morrison area and arrive at Native Lake Trailhead; hike south on Native Lake trail to the area around the lake where we will find campsites. Explore the area, camp, stay the night. (3.8 miles, +1100 ft)

 Day 2- Have breakfast, pack up, hike out to cars and return to Denver.

Route Day 1

Driving Directions:

Take I-70 West to Exit 195 - Leadville which is CO Hwy 91 S. Continue on Hwy 91 S for approx. 22 miles.  Right turn to US 24 W for 1.7 miles to CR 99 for 1.6 miles to CR 9 for 0.4 miles.  Turn Right onto CR 9D for 0.8 miles, Turn Right onto CR 4 for 4.3 miles, continue straight onto Hageman Pass Rd 3.5 miles to TH.

  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Length: 7.6 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,100 ft
  • 11,859 ft
  • Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
    Mount Massive Wilderness Area, South Platte Ranger District (PSINF)
  • Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
  • Recommended Party Size: 6
  • Maximum Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
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