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Black Lakes Picnic Site
The Black Lakes are located on top of Vail Pass just a short distance down the Vail Pass / Tenmile Canyon National Recreation Trail from the Vail Pass Rest Area. There is a vault toilet and fishing pier located at the site.
At a Glance
| Usage: | Light |
|---|---|
| Closest Towns: | Vail |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet |
General Information
Directions:Travel east from Vail on I-70 to exit 190 for the Vail Pass Rest Area. Turn right at the end of the ramp and right again before entering the Shrine Pass Road.
Activities
Mountain Biking
Black Lakes are directly off of the Vail Pass / Tenmile Canyon National Recreation TrailRoad Cycling
| Hours of Operation: | |
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| Rental info: |
Lake and Pond Fishing
Stocked by Colorado Division of Wildlife| Special Designations | The Colorado Division of Wildlife sets fishing regulations. Obtain their Colorado Fishing Regulations handbook for regulations. |
| Fish Species | Trout |
| Water Temperature | cold |
Ice Fishing
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Picnicking
Location