Finch Lake and Pear Reservoir
Get an early start to catch the reflection of massive Copeland Mountain on the calm waters of these two lovely lakes. Here is a hike in the southwest corner of Rocky Mountain National Park that leads to two lovely bodies of water in spectacular Wild Basin. Pets, bicycles and guns are forbidden on trails within the park. The trail crosses an area where summer wildflowers now cover the scar left by a 1978 forest fire that roared through Wild Basin. The forest is recovering, but in the meantime, views have opened up on what was formerly a forest walk, offering opportunities to photograph the south face of Longs Peak. Speaking of excellent photo ops, explore the reflection of massive Copeland Mountain in either lake, preferably in early morning when the waters are usually calm and the light is most appealing.
Driving Directions
We cannot find this location: please try again.
Directions to: Finch Lake and Pear Reservoir
print directionsTrail Statistics & Information
| Activity | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Nearby City | Lyons |
| Length | 13.2 mi |
| Elevation Gain | 2,781 ft |
| Skill Level | Moderate |
| Duration | 135 min to Finch Lake, 67 min to Pear Reservoir, 159 min back to TH |
| Season | Late May to mid-October |
| Trailhead Elevation | 8,475 ft |
| Top Elevation | 10,582 ft |
REI MEMBERS: SAVE $20 on a Trails.com Subscription
Subscribe to Trails.com for just $29.95 a year and gain full access to over 49,000 professional trail guides, high-res USGS topo maps & much more!
