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Gibson Lake Trail route map
DifficultOut and Back
Pike National Forest/Colorado

Gibson Lake Trail

Jefferson, Colorado

7.4 mi

Distance

2,280 ft

Elev. Gain

3h 30m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Gibson Lake Trail, situated in Pike National Forest near Jefferson, Colorado, offers a challenging out-and-back hike. Extending 7.4 miles with an elevation gain of 2280 feet, this trail reaches a maximum elevation of 3631 meters, providing hikers with high-altitude vistas. The path traverses dirt surfaces and is characterized by steep climbs, making it suitable for experienced hikers. Its high-altitude environment means weather can be variable, and hikers should prepare accordingly.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gainvariable weather due to high altitude

Elevation Profile

Min:3,006 ft
Max:3,631 ft
695 ft
695 ft
3,006 ft3,214 ft3,423 ft3,631 ft0.0 mi1.8 mi3.7 mi5.5 mi7.4 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Out & Back
Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by United States Forest Service

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Best Seasons

SummerFall

Highlights

high-altitude vistasmountain setting

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Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

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