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Hikes In Twin Lakes, Colorado

Below is a list of nearby hikes in the Twin Lakes area. More links with trail information will be added to list as time goes by and locals provide trip reports, photos and links. (Send hike suggestions to the webmaster: steve garufi [no space] at gmail dot com.)

	La Plata Peak La Plata Peak is a Colorado "14er" west of Twin Lakes. The trailhead is located approximately 13.5 miles with a parking area along Highway 82. (The link above is provided by 14ers.com.) Other hike reports: La Plata Peak Hike (July 2008)
	Mt. Elbert Mt. Elbert is another "14er" located northwest of Twin Lakes. At 14,433 feet in altitude at the summit, it is the highest point in Colorado. (The link above is provided by 14ers.com.) Other hike reports: Mt. Elbert Hike (July 2008)
	Hike to Interlaken Resort This is a relatively easy hike compared to the others. From the Colorado Trail trailhead (SE of the lakes), a two mile trail along the lakes leads to the historic Interlaken Resort and Dexter House area. There are no significant steep climbs and has great views of the lakes and mountains. A few large aspen groves are part of the scenery as well.
	Snowdrift Ridge - Independence Pass Snowdrift Ridge is the right peak (among the three points) seen in the left photo. From Independence Pass, it is a relatively gentle walk of approximately two miles (each way) to the top. This is also a popular spot for skiers and snowshoers when there is snow at the pass. (The link above is a page by "Colorado Guy" with photos and captions of his hike.)
	Missouri Gulch Trail The Missouri Gulch Trail begins inside Clear Creek Canyon near Vicksburg in northern Chaffee County - due south of Twin Lakes. The trail leads to spur trails to 14ers Mt. Belford and Missouri Mountain and Elkhead Pass. of Twin Lakes. (The link above is a page by "Colorado Guy" from his hike of Mt. Belford via this route.)