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Recreation Region: Clear Creek Ranger District

Silver Dollar Lake Trail

This is a short hike, but the thin air and occasional steepness may be challenging. The trail leads to two lakes that are above treeline. The trail climbs west above Naylor Lake (on private property). The first lake is Silver Dollar Lake, then the trail climbs again to Murray Lake.

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

#79

General Information

Elevation: 12,200'

Dogs must be on a hand-held leash.

Getting There

Trailhead/Starting Points

Silver Dollar Lake Trailhead

Directions

Just south of Guanella Pass Campground and north of the Guanella Pass, is a small parking area. You may park here or travel another quarter mile up a 4-wheel drive road to another parking area where the trail starts.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated September 9, 2025