Fern Lake Trail
2.3 mi
Distance
125 ft
Elev. Gain
49m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Fern Lake Trail is a point-to-point trail in Rocky Mountain National Park, managed by the National Park Service, in Larimer County, Colorado. It is 2.3 miles long and gains 125 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is closed to bikes. The nearest town is Estes Park, Colorado, about 7 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 | 3,211 ft |
| High point | 0.3 mi | 3,251 ft |
| End | 2.3 mi | 2,899 ft |
Trail Details
- No dogs
- No bikes
Bike 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 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:
- Estes Park, CO · about 7 mi away
- County:
- Larimer 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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