Winter Hike to Cub Lake

Estes Park, CO

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Winter Hike to Cub Lake

Famous in summer for flowers, butterflies, and birds, the Cub Lake Trail presents a different but still fascinating face in winter. The lushness of summer falls away, leaving a scene dominated by angular patterns, bold shapes, and subdued tones rather than individual splashes of brightly colored flora and fauna that attract attention in warm months. For more than a mile, the trail is mostly flat and easy, usually with little snow. The last mile is steeper. Ice or sections of deep snow can make the way difficult, requiring snowshoes or skis. Highlights: Ice patterns, wildlife, Cub Lake.

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Trail Statistics & Information

ActivityHiking
Nearby CityEstes Park
Length4.6 mi
Skill LevelEasy to moderate
SeasonWinter
Trailhead Elevation8,080 ft
Top Elevation8,620 ft
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