Usually trails are more beautiful in person and we have really never been disappointed visiting a place that we found on instagram. This trail was honestly way more incredible than we expected, but we did not expect to be eaten alive by mosquitoes! ๐ฆ On the hike up, we all got SO many bug bites that we put on all of our clothing and bug nets once we got to the top. And after taking in the views, we quickly got in our tents just to escape the mosquitoes. Derrick actually got bit so many times that he couldnโt even sleep and he just sat out by the lake all night watching the stars ๐ณ All that being said this trail was gorgeous and we had a great time, but next time we will definitely go later in the season! Trail Information โคต๏ธ ๐ Tips for Responsible Recreation: ๐ Leave it better than you found it. ๐ฅพ Stay on the trail. โบ๏ธ Camp on durable surfaces. ๐ป Respect wildlife & keep your distance. ๐ฎ Pack out your trash & any trash you find. ๐ Be respectful to others. โ ๏ธ Follow local rules & regulations. ๐ Bring the proper gear & stay safe. โ๏ธ Always check current local weather. ๐ Save this hike: ๐ Crestone, Colorado. DM for trail name. ๐๏ธ Date Visited: 7/5/2024 ๐ Gravel road to trailhead. High clearance 4x4 not required. ๐
ฟ๏ธ Medium sized gravel parking lot, but it fills up quickly. ๐ฅพ 8.9 miles RT, 2,779โ of elevation. ๐ง Multiple small water crossings. ๐ฆ Be prepared for mosquitoes. โ ๏ธ Follow all Sangre De Cristo Wilderness rules and regulations. ๐ฆฎ Dogs must be on leash. (Pack out dog poop) โบ๏ธ Camping is not permitted within 100โ of streams or trails, and within 300โ of lakes. Please use existing campsites and camp on durable surfaces. ๐ฅ Campfires are not permitted within 100โ of streams or trails, and within 300โ of lakes. ๐ป Use portable toilets (WAG Bags) or bury waste in a 6-8โ deep hole away from campsites, trails, and at least 200โ from water sources. Pack out toilet paper. There is also a pit toilet at the trailhead. โ
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