East Inlet to Fourth Lake Trail
1.1 mi
Distance
177 ft
Elev. Gain
27m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
East Inlet to Fourth Lake Trail is a point-to-point trail in Rocky Mountain National Park, managed by the National Park Service, in Grand County, Colorado. It is 1.1 miles long and gains 177 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), it is closed to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Grand Lake, Colorado, about 6 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 | 3,104 ft |
| High point | 1.1 mi | 3,158 ft |
| End | 1.1 mi | 3,158 ft |
Trail Details
- No dogs
- No bikes
- No horses
Bike and horse access: Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), 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 National Park Service
Source of truth
- National Park Service unit page
Alerts, conditions, and the unit's plan-your-visit page.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Grand Lake, CO · about 6 mi away
- County:
- Grand County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Rocky Mountain National Park · National Park Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:970-586-1206
- Address:1000 US Hwy 36 · Estes Park, CO · 80517
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