Silver Dollar Lake (#79)
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.
At a Glance
Usage: | Medium-Heavy |
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Closest Towns: | Georgetown, CO |
Water: | Lake; treat water for drinking. |
Restroom: | None |
Operated By: | U.S. Forest Service |
General Information
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.
Activities
Day Hiking
Backpacking
This is a short hike yet the thin air and occasional steepness may be challenging. The trail leads to two lakes that are above treeline. The first lake, Naylor Lake is on private property. You may look, but please do not trespass. The second lake is Silver Dollar Lake and is for public use.XC Skiing/Snowshoeing
This is a short trail yet the thin air and occasional steepness may be challenging. The trail leads to two lakes that are above treeline. The first lake, Naylor Lake is on private property. You may look, but please do not trespass. The second lake is Silver Dollar Lake and is for public use.Warming Shelters | No |
Difficulty Level: | More Difficult |
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