Crystal Lakes Road TH #44
This area has beautiful alpine scenery with views of the Tenmile Range. A 4WD road leads to Lower Crystal Lake and then a hiking trail continues for approximately 2 miles to Upper Crystal Lake. The road will take you through numerous alpine meadows which are fed by the tributaries of Crystal Creek. The road rises onto a shelf with Lower Crystal Lake nestled against the mountain walls. A cabin at the lake offers some shelter from the wind. Directly west of the cabin is Peak 10 at the Breckenridge Ski Area.
- Dispersed camping restricted: designated sites only
This area is part of the 53,804-acre Camp Hale-Continental Divide National Monument, designated by Presidential Proclamation on Oct 12, 2022 to protect its important prehistoric, historic, natural and recreational values.
At a Glance
Usage: | Medium |
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Restrictions: | Crystal Lakes Trail #44: Closed to motor vehicles. Crystal Lakes Road: Open to motor vehicles. |
Closest Towns: | Breckenridge, CO |
Information Center: | Dillon Ranger District; 680 Blue River Parkway, Silverthorne, CO 970-468-5400 |