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Clear Lake #247
The Clear Lake Trail #247 begins at the end of Forest Service road #838 and ends at Clear Lake. The trail travels around the west side of Rowdy Lake and continues through a fence on the northeast end of the lake. After passing through a stand of aspen, the trail enters a meadow with lots of wildflowers, Clear Lake is at the end of the meadow.
At a Glance
| Open Season: | June |
|---|---|
| Usage: | Medium |
| Best Season: | Summer |
| Busiest Season: | Summer |
| Restrictions: | Open to Hiking, Horseback, Mountain Bike, and Fishing. |
| Closest Towns: | Cimarron, CO |
General Information
Directions:From Montrose:
Travel east on Hwy 50 for approximately 20 miles to the intersection with County Road 858, Big Cimarron Road. County Road 858 becomes Forest Service Road #858 at the forest boundary. Follow CR 858 for approximately 15 miles to the forest boundary, then continue on FSR #858 for approximately 2.5 miles to the intersection with FSR #838, Rowdy Lake Road. Turn left onto FSR #838 and continue for approximately 1 mile to the trail parking.
Parking:
T. 46 N.; R. 6 W.; Section 16. U.S.G.S. Map: Courthouse Mountain. Elevation: 9,234 feet. Latitude; N38.238, Longitude: W-107.529.
Activities
Mountain Biking
Lake and Pond Fishing
Day Hiking
Horse Riding
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