Blue Lakes

Ridgway, CO

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Blue Lakes

Set in a scenic glacial basin, the Blue Lakes provide a nice destination within the 16,505-acre Mount Sneffels Wilderness. In addition to the access this hike provides to higher terrain above, the fishing at all three lakes can be superb.

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Trail Statistics & Information

ActivityHiking
Nearby CityRidgway
Length6 mi
Elevation Gain0 ft
Skill LevelStrenuous
Duration4 hours
SeasonJuly to September
Trailhead Elevation8,350 ft
Top Elevation11,730 ft
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