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3-Day: Timberline Lake from Timberline Lake TH


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3-Day: Timberline Lake from Timberline Lake TH

This 2.2 mile trail accesses the beautiful Timberline Lake in the Holy Cross Wilderness. Timberline Lake Trailhead is located at the western end of Turquoise Lake, just northwest of the May Queen Campground. The trail enters the Holy Cross Wilderness soon after intersecting with the Colorado Trail. Wilderness regulations apply, as well as special fishing regulations. The native Greenback Cutthroat Trout has been reintroduced into this lake and Lake Fork Creek. Fishing is catch and release only.

Suggested Backpacking Section (BPX) itinerary for 3-day trip to be used for CMC trips led by BPX leaders for BPX members.

Day 1: Drive to TH near Leadville (approx. 2 hrs). Hike to Timberline Lake, 2.2 miles, 850ft. Good, spaced out camping spots around lake.

Day 1 Route

Day 2: Optional hike around Lake, fishing, hang out at camp

Day 3: Break camp and descend 2.2 miles back to the TH

Driving Directions: From Leadville, follow signs to Turquoise Lake. The Trailhead is at the western end of Turquoise Lake, just northwest of the May Queen Campground.

 

  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Length: 4.5 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 850 ft
  • 10,882 ft
  • Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
    Holy Cross Wilderness Area, Leadville 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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