8The Hanging Lake Hike
A national Landmark since 2011, Hanging Lake is a noteworthy natural attraction in Colorado. You can hike to it by taking a moderately difficult trail. The total length is less than three miles round-trip.
While the trail is rather short, there are no restrooms, it’s noticeably steep, and includes rocky terrain. There are places to rest and enjoy the scenery though so don’t disqualify this one too easily.
Permits are required due to the area’s fragile ecosystem. Always check on conditions before you head out though as the trail has been blocked by mudslides in the recent past. Keep in mind protecting the area also means that fishing is not permitted, and neither are dogs. Indeed, no matter where you hike in the US or any other country, you should always be prepared and part of that means checking on policies and rules as well as the weather conditions.
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