Rocky Mountain National Park - Sky Pond via Glacier Gorge Trail (#5)
8.5 mi
Distance
4 hrs 25 min
Time
terrain
1,707 ft
Elev Gain
Overview
This is a difficult out and back trail to Sky Pond in Rocky Mountain National Park.
This trail goes by Alberta Falls, The Loch, Timberline Falls, and Lake of Glass.
Sights to See
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★★★★★
Perfect September weather! Cool morning, warm afternoon, gentle breeze, blue skies, and elk on the trail. Early snow has melted off and aspens are changing colors. Climbing up the falls is a bit wet, but not bad. Wildfire smoke has been present but minimal. Be prepared for crowds below the Loch on the way back, and 1/3 wear masks. Great hike.
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Public Tracks
Sky Pond at Estes
Very hard winter hike. Snow tracks are required, and if available, bring poles. Need layers and a hat if windy
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sky pond last practice before havasu
9 miles, very near cramping. very hard
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