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Booth Lake #2011
The Booth Lake trail begins at Booth Creek Road and ends at Booth Lake: The trail climbs up the Booth Creek valley through mostly aspen groves before passing the 60-foot Booth Falls. Beyond the falls the trail winds through conifer forests and meadows filled with wildflowers. Above 10,000 feet the trees thin and the terrain changes offering views of the Gore Range. The last 1/4 mile to Booth Lake is steep and rocky.
* There is a printable Recreation Quicksheet for this trail which is complete with directions, a map, details and other information about this trail. Or to see quicksheets for other recreation areas across the Forest, click on the "Recreation Quicksheets" link in the right column and select the appropriate Ranger District.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Trailhead parking will be closed for the summer season beginning June 2, 2021. Park in one of the Town of Vail's parking garages and take the free bus to the trail head. More information at www.hikevail.net. |
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| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: | See Eagles Nest Wilderness Regulations |
| Closest Towns: | Vail |
General Information
Directions:The parking area for the trailhead will be closed for the summer season beginning June 2, 2021. Go to www.hikevail.net for information about parking in town and taking the free bus to the trailhead.
When the parking area is open, travel east from Vail on I-70 to Exit 180 for East Vail. Exit here and turn left, pass under the interstate and turn left onto the north frontage road.Proceed about 1 mile to Booth Falls Road, turn right and continue up this road. The trailhead will be closed to parking beginning June 2, 2021.
Activities
Lake and Pond Fishing
Booth Creek and Booth Lake| Special Designations | The Colorado Division of Wildlife sets fishing regulations. Obtain their Colorado Fishing Regulations handbook for regulations. |
| Fish Species | trout |
| Water Temperature | cold |
Day Hiking
| Difficulty Level: | Moderate |
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Backpacking
Location