Isabelle Glacier (#908)
Follow the Pawnee Pass Trail as it climbs gradually for two miles through wooded terrain and into the Indian Peaks Wilderness. The trail travels from Long Lake to Lake Isabelle, which sits just below the tree line. At Lake Isabelle, follow the Isabelle Glacier Trail along the north side of Lake Isabelle. The trail grows steeper as it nears Isabelle Glacier, the source of the South Saint Vrain Creek. The Isabelle Glacier Trail ends finally beside Isabelle Glacier in a very steep-walled cirque basin framed by Shoshone, Apache, and Navajo Peaks.
General Information
View a trail map here.
Camping is prohibited in the Four Lakes Backcountry Zone from May 1 through November 30.
Organized groups are required to have a permit for both camping and day-hiking year round.
Camping is prohibited on this trail from May 1 through Nov 30.
Motorized equipment and mechanized transportation are prohibited.
Pets must be on a hand-held leash at all times.
Campfires are prohibited year round.
Campsites must be at least 100 feet away from water and trail.
Group size is limited to 12.
Stock (horses, llamas etc.) are prohibited.
Brainard Lake Recreation Area fees apply.
Dogs must be on a hand-held leash.
Getting There
Elevation
12,000 feet at Isabelle Glacier
Directions
From Colorado Highway 72 at Ward, turn west onto the Brainard Lake Road. Travel 2.5 miles to the entrance portal, and continue another three miles to Long Lake Trailhead.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.
