Hanging
Lake is a great family hike, and promises to have beautiful scenery
throughout the year. Conveniently located just east of Glenwood Springs,
it makes for a quick hike for lunch or a good start or finish to the
day. It’s
quick elevation climb (1200 ft in 1.2 miles) will provide a couple sweat
droplets to appear on the brow, but definitely won’t hurt. The trailhead
is set-up nicely with full modern conveniences but has no food or snacks.
Remember, always bring more water and warm clothing than you think you
will need.
Trail Head at Hanging Lake
Small
falls are all over this forest.
As we trek up the trail, we will encounter many waterfalls. One finds
themselves in the middle of a canyon that was formed by water erosion
thousands of years ago. This water flows directly into the Colorado River which you can
see from the trailhead.
Water
falls are abundant in this area.
The
top is a nice reward.
*Feature written and photographed by
Phillips, October 1999. All information regarding distance and
altitude was provided by the kiosk at the trailhead.
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