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Twin Sisters (#998)
The trail climbs through many switchbacks in a lodgepole pine forest before opening onto a boulder field above timberline. A significant portion of the trail passes through Rocky Mountain National Park. Near the summit there is a radio tower and stone building, a weather vane, and solar cell panels. Reaching the summit requires an additional rock scramble up a short trail. From the summit there are panoramic views of the eastern plains, Rocky Mountain National Park, and Longs Peak. Twin Sisters trailhead is located on national park land.
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At a Glance
| Usage: | Heavy |
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| Restrictions: | National Forest: No motorized or mechanized equipment. Dogs are prohibited. Rocky Mountain National Park: No motorized or mechanized equipment. Dogs are prohibited. Permits are required for overnight camping. |
| Closest Towns: | Estes Park |
| Water: | None |
| Restroom: | Practice Leave No Trace principles. |
| Information Center: | Canyon Lakes Ranger District, Contact Us |
General Information
Directions: Take Colorado Highway 7 south from Estes Park about 6 miles to Lily Lake Visitors Center, on the east side of the highway. Follow a short gravel road to the left of the visitor center 1/4 mile to the trailhead. Parking is limited, additional parking is available at the visitor center.Activities
Day Hiking
Twin Sisters trailhead is located on national park land.| Fire Information | A significant portion of this trail passes through Rocky Mountain National Park. Note: Campfires are prohibited in Rocky Mountain National Park. For Roosevelt National Forest check for any seasonal fire restrictions before your hike. Campfires must be at least 100 feet from water and trails. You may collect dead and down wood; do not break branches from standing trees for firewood. Please attend to campfires at all times. Touch any remaining coals with the bare hand to insure campfire is cold and dead out. Remember, if it is too hot to touch, it is too hot to leave! |
| Difficulty Level: | Most Difficult |
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