Blue Lake
1.1 mi
Distance
725 ft
Elev. Gain
45m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Blue Lake is a point-to-point trail in Uncompahgre National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in San Miguel County, Colorado. It is 1.1 miles long and gains 725 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Telluride, Colorado, about 3 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 3,497 ft |
| End | 1.1 mi | 3,721 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Telluride, CO · about 3 mi away
- County:
- San Miguel County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Uncompahgre National Forest · United States Forest Service
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