Blue Lake Trail
4.6 mi
Distance
1,020 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 2m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Blue Lake Trail is a point-to-point trail in Roosevelt National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Larimer County, Colorado. It is 4.6 miles long and gains 1,020 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is closed to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Red Feather Lakes, Colorado, about 20 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 3,071 ft |
| High point | 1.4 mi | 3,362 ft |
| End | 4.6 mi | 2,931 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- No horses
Bike and horse access: OpenStreetMap contributors, 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:
- Red Feather Lakes, CO · about 20 mi away
- County:
- Larimer County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Roosevelt National Forest · United States Forest Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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