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Willow Lake Trail # 865
The Willow Lake Trail is 4.8 miles long. It begins at Forest Road 949 and ends at Upper Willow Lake. Good for a long day trip or an extended trip. Horses can get within 300 yards of the lake. Offers fishing, Willow Falls, access for climbers to Crestone Needles, Crestone Peak, Challenger Point, and Kit Carson Peaks. Also offers excellent views of the San Luis Valley.
The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, Horseback riding, Viewing Scenery, Viewing Wildlife, Climbing, Fishing, and Dispersed Camping
At a Glance
| Closest Towns: | Crestone, CO |
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General Information
Directions:
From Alamosa take Hwy 17 to Moffat. Turn east on the Crestone Road (CR T) and follow it to Crestone. Continue past first stop sign. At the second stop sign, turn right onto Galena. Follow the gravel road 1.5 miles. 2 WD vehicles can park here. 4 WD vehicles can go another .75 miles up the road to the trailhead. South Crestone Lake Trail #860 is straight ahead. Willow Lake Trail #865 veers to the right and crosses the creek.
Activities
Dispersed Camping
Mountain Climbing
Lake and Pond Fishing
Day Hiking
| Difficulty Level: | Moderate |
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Backpacking
| Difficulty Level: | Moderate |
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Horse Riding
| Difficulty Level: | Moderate |
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Viewing Wildlife
Viewing Scenery
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