Lake Isabelle via Long Lake Trailhead

Isabelle Glacier Trail
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Lake Isabelle via Long Lake Trailhead
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Distance
4.09 miles
Elevation Gain
374 ft
Route Type
Out-and-Back

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Wildflowers
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Added by Ryan Mckinney

Lake Isabelle via Long Lake Trailhead is a relatively short hike with some amazing views. This trail is easy to navigate and well-marked. Plan for a few hours hiking.

Start at the Pawnee Pass Trail No. 907 Trailhead. Long Lake is about 2 tenths of a mile and Lake Isabelle is 2 miles from the trailhead. Keep an eye out for moose grazing in the bushes or in the water near Long Lake. This is a 4 mile out and back hike with well marked trails.

For an 8.75 mile hike, continue past Lake Isabelle to Isabelle Glacier. The hike to the glacier will change the rating from beginner to moderate-strenuous. If you don't want to go to the glacier but you want to see some waterfalls, then hike a mile past Lake Isabelle.

You will need $10 for the Brainard Lake Recreational Area parking. The parking lots do fill up so I suggest getting there early.

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Josh Hanilton
7/11/2017
Amazing!
This trail is absolutely incredible. Decent in length from the parking lot you are currently forced to park in. Speaking of parking, 2017 season ...
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Marra Oldenkamp
6/21/2017
Beautiful!
For a semi-beginner hiker who is also not used to high elevations this hike was moderately difficult at some points especially near the top. ...
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Kelley Dodge
12/31/2016
One of my favorite CO hikes!
This hike is relatively easy, which you would never guess from the stunning scenery. Towering peaks and alpine lakes make for a beautiful day ...
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Nick Souvall
10/9/2016
Great sunrise hike
Hiked here in late June and it was stunning! Got there for sunrise so I missed all of the crowds. The trail is well ...
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Johnathan .
10/3/2015
Check the reservoir conditions
Be sure to check with the local ranger station to get an update on the lake's water level. They drain the lake in late ...
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Kyle Frost
9/22/2015
Beautiful, but crowded
If you hike on a weekend, be prepared to brave the crowds at lake Isabelle. Its proximity to Boulder and relatively short distance make ...
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Bryce Powell
10/18/2014
This is a perfect post-work hike! Take flashlights and hit the trail during the late afternoon for solitude and great photography opportunities on this ...
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