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Buckeye Lake
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San Isabel National Forest
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Matthew
July 6, 2023
Hiking
Buckeye Lake is a hidden gem just outside of Leadville. This alpine lake sits above treeline and views over onto the Mosquito Range. You can actually fish this lake, but you'll have to wait until at least June for it to completely thaw out.
If you are looking for an extra challenge and have good route finding skills, you can make your way up the hillside and tackle the 12,871 foot Buckeye Peak directly north of the lake. You can then connect over to the Sangree Hut Winter Ski Trail and loop back down to the creek.
If you are looking for an extra challenge and have good route finding skills, you can make your way up the hillside and tackle the 12,871 foot Buckeye Peak directly north of the lake. You can then connect over to the Sangree Hut Winter Ski Trail and loop back down to the creek.
Matthew
July 13, 2023
Running
Buckeye Lake is a hidden gem just outside of Leadville. This alpine lake sits above treeline and views over onto the Mosquito Range.
If you are looking for an extra challenge and have good route finding skills, you can make your way up the hillside and tackle the 12,871 foot Buckeye Peak directly north of the lake. You can then connect over to the Sangree Hut Winter Ski Trail and loop back down to the creek. The running once up on Chicago is great as far as off-trail running goes.
If you are looking for an extra challenge and have good route finding skills, you can make your way up the hillside and tackle the 12,871 foot Buckeye Peak directly north of the lake. You can then connect over to the Sangree Hut Winter Ski Trail and loop back down to the creek. The running once up on Chicago is great as far as off-trail running goes.
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7.68km
02:46
500m
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Hike the Buckeye Lake Trail in San Isabel National Forest, a moderate 4.8-mile route with 1641 feet of elevation gain to Buckeye Lake.
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Elevation 3,630 m
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