Hike to Lower Forest Lake
Tuesday, July 16, 2013
Bus leaves ACAA at 7:30 a.m. sharp
This hike is in the James Peak Wilderness, southwest of Nederland. The O & B trek is 6.8 mi. RT, beginning at the east side entrance to the Moffat Tunnel. TH elevation is 9,211'. Elevation gain on the day will be about 1,400'...a bit more than last week in RMNP, but not as challenging.
The day begins with a 475' climb on the South Boulder Creek Trail to a junction with Forest Lakes Trail. From there it's another 1,000'+/- gradual climb to Lower Forest Lake. Trail will be dusty, and littered with rocks.
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| Middle Forest Lake |
There will be light to moderate canopy most of the day. Protect yourself by packing sunblock of 30SPF or better. Wear a cap. Pack plenty (64 oz.) of water, and hydrate before during and after the hike.
We can expect views, depending on the foilage, of the Continental Divide between Rogers Pass in the south to Rollins Pass in the north.
We may not be the only group on this trail, but it will be nothing like the crowds in RMNP last week.
See you on trail.
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