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Peltier Lake #1826
The Peltier Lake Trail begins at Rio Blanco County Road 10 and ends at Oyster Lake Trail #1825. The trail climbs an oakbrush-covered hillside and then winds through aspen for 3.5 miles to Peltier Lake. From Peltier Lake, the trail continues 3 miles through aspen, sagebrush and grassy slopes to Bailey Lake. The Oyster Lake Trail junction is 6.7 miles from the Peltier Lake Trailhead.
At a Glance
| Usage: | Light |
|---|---|
| Closest Towns: | Meeker, CO |
| Water: | Intermittently on trail (purify before drinking). |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Blanco Ranger District, 970-878-4039 |
General Information
Directions:The Peltier Lake Trail is located 21 miles east of Meeker, CO. From Meeker, take Colorado Highway 13 east for 1 mile, then turn right (east) on Rio Blanco County Road 8 and follow this for 18 miles. Turn south and Rio Blanco County Road 10 for 2 miles, jog north .25 miles, then continue east for 8 miles to the Peltier Lake Trailhead. Parking is available 100 yards up the road, past the cattle guard.