Monarch Lake Trailhead

The Monarch Lake Trailhead is located in the Arapaho National Recreation Area amd serves as a major access portal for the Indian Peaks Wilderness. Facilities include parking for approximately 40 vehicles, restrooms and a wilderness information cabin.
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At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Sections of the Arapaho Pass Trail (#6) on the west side of the Continental Divide areĀ impassable due to a destructive wind event last fall. |
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Fees: | Parking in the Arapaho National Recreation Area at Monarch Lake requires a daily use fee of $5. America the Beautiful Interagency Passes accepted. |
Permit Info: | Permits are required for overnight stays in the Indian Peaks Wilderness (IPW) from June 1 to September 15. Additional permit requirements exist for large and organized groups. |
Usage: | Heavy |
Restrictions: | Wilderness regulations apply in the Indian Peaks Wilderness:
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Closest Towns: | Grand Lake; Granby |
Water: | No |
Restroom: | Vault toilets |
Operated By: | U.S. Forest Service |
Information Center: | Sulphur Ranger District; 970-887-4100; Contact Us |
General Information
Directions:From Granby turn north onto U.S. Highway 34, travel approximately six miles to County Road (CR) 6. Turn east onto CR 6 (Arapaho Bay Road/NFSR 125), and drive 10 miles to the parking area.
Activities
Lake and Pond Fishing
Recreation areas with activity Lake and Pond Fishing:Special Designations | Follow Colorado Parks and Wildlife regulations. |
Cleaning Station | None |
Difficulty Level: | Easy to Intermediate |
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Day Hiking
Recreation areas with activity Day Hiking:- Arapaho Pass Trail (#6)
- Buchanan Pass Trail (#2)
- Cascade Creek Trail (#1)
- Gourd Lake Trail (#2.1)
- High Lonesome Trail (#7)
Backpacking
Recreation areas with activity Backpacking:- Arapaho Pass Trail (#6)
- Buchanan Pass Trail (#2)
- Cascade Creek Trail (#1)
- Gourd Lake Trail (#2.1)
- High Lonesome Trail (#7)