This trail lies within the Indian Peaks Wilderness Area:
Camping permits required for all overnight trips between June 1 and September 15. Overnight permits cost $5 per group, per trip from June 1 through September 15.
Organized groups are required to have a permit for both camping and day-hiking year round. Day-hiking permits are free.
Usage:
Heavy
Restrictions:
Indian Peak Wilderness restrictions apply:
Motorized and mechanized vehicles are prohibited.
Pets must be on a hand-held leash at all times.
Campfires prohibited.
Campsites must be at least 100 feet away from water and trail.
Group size is limited to 12 (people and livestock combined).
Fishing and hunting: permitted in accordance with regulations established by the Colorado Parks & Wildlife.
Closest Towns:
Nederland, Colorado
Water:
Lakes and streams; treat water for drinking.
Restroom:
Vault toilets at the Rainbow Lakes Trailhead
Operated By:
U.S. Forest Service
Information Center:
Boulder Ranger District, 2140 Yarmouth Ave, Boulder, CO 80301, Phone 303-541-2500, Fax 303-541-2515; Contact Us
General Information
Directions:
From Nederland, head north on Colorado Highway 72 for approximately seven miles. Look for the University of Colorado Mountain Research Station sign and turn west onto National Forest System Road 298. This route is gated during the winter. This road is a five-mile, native-surfaced road. A high clearance vehicle is recommended.
This trail is within the Indian Peaks Wilderness Area. It is a short trail passing through forest to a string of lakes.
Fire Information
Campfires are prohibited year-round.
Elevation desc
250 feet of elevation gain over one mile.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Backpacking
This trail is within the Indian Peaks Wilderness Area, where camping permits are required June 1 - September 15. It is a short trail passing through forest to a string of lakes.
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