Wheeler Lakes

A moderate roundtrip hike on the Gore Range Trail to Wheeler Lakes in the Eagles Nest Wilderness.

For further information and any restrictions see:  White River National Forest - Home (usda.gov)

Directions to trailhead:  Gore Range Trl - Google Maps

The trail starts near Copper Mountain and climbs 1,500 feet to the scenic Wheeler Lakes.

  • Length: 6.5 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,467 ft
  • 11,088 ft
  • Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
    Eagles Nest Wilderness Area, Dillon Ranger District (WRNF)
  • Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
  • Recommended Party Size: 10
  • Maximum Party Size: 15
  • Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 15
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  • National Geographic Map 108
  • National Geographic Map 108
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