Throughout your journey through the Ice Lake Basin, you’ll pass waterfalls, meandering creeks, and one of the most beautifully colored lakes you will ever see! The stunning views and unique landscape on this trip make every bit of climbing worth the effort.

Hiking to the Ice Lakes is one of the most popular trails in Colorado. Located in the San Juan National Forest, the trail winds through some of the Rocky’s most picturesque scenery with a crystal clear aquamarine alpine lake to boot!

Ice Lake Trail leads to an iconic high-alpine basin in the San Juan National Forest containing a stunning, turquoise blue lake nestled beneath 13,000 foot peaks.

Fishing: Ice Lake is rated good for brook and cutthroat trout. From Silverton, CO: Follow U.S. 550 north of Silverton about 2 miles and turn onto FDR #585 (South Mineral Creek). The trailhead is at the entrance of South Mineral Campground. There is limited parking. Parking is limited. During the busy months, the parking lot is often full by 7am.

Jan 28, 2024 · Simply just starting the hike through the dense forest to the legendary green & rocky mountain peaks surrounding you to the emerald-colored water, this hike is absolutely breathtaking. Ice Lake and Island Lake are located near …

Mar 2, 2022 · The trailhead, located in Silverton, is a perfect way for experienced hikers to get a taste of the San Juan Mountains. From beautiful aspen and conifer forests to challenging switchbacks up a cliff to the breathtaking Ice Lakes Basins, there is …

Ice Lakes: Details for hike to Ice Lakes in the San Juan National Forest near Silverton, CO. Trail description, key features, photos and elevation profile

Jan 14, 2025 · A day hike or an overnight hike to Ice Lake outside of the historic mining town of Silverton will make that clear very quickly. So read on to learn about the Ice Lake hike!

With mirror-like lakes, summertime wildflowers, and unbelievable mountain scenery, Ice Lake Trail is my favorite day hike in Colorado. Mileage: 8.7 mile loop for all three lakes – Ice Lake, Fuller Lake, and Island Lake. Elevation Gain: ~3,000 feet. Peak Elevation: ~12,500 feet.

You reach the amazing trail that takes you around the Ice Lakes through Silverton, or Ouray, Colorado. The trailhead is located near Silverton, Colorado, within the Columbine Ranger District of the San Juan National Forest.