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If you are in this part of Colorado make sure to pay a visit to Graphite Lake. Man, is there loads of amusing things to do near Graphite Lake. Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park is a pleasant location close to Graphite Lake, and obviously Graphite Creek is a striking stream that is worth stopping at. If the weather is great here at Graphite Lake, you can go for a hike along the Coyote Park Trail; there are other locations here than Graphite Lake, for
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| | example Tunnel Lake. Have a great hiking adventure along the Pitkin Stock Driveway, and Graphite Lake is a magnificent site to visit for more than one day, Middle Quartz Campground is a magnificent site to camp nearby. Graphite Lake is located in the Sawatch Range. For the duration of the summertime here at Graphite Lake, high temperatures typically reach the 70's, and all through the night it cools down to the 30's. High temperatures all through the winter | |
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are normally in the 20's, and after the sun is down through the wintertime temperatures at Graphite Lake sink into the-20's. Now, you may imagine that's heaps but there's even more amusing things to do here in the Sawatch Range. Stay
the night at Mirror Lake Campground; hey, Gotta ski right? Monarch is a pleasant place to do that. This lake is so wonderful. Near Graphite Lake you come across Mapoleon Pass which is a good spot to stop at, and get covered with
water paddling on Clear Creek. Graphite Lake gets very little precipitation; of all the months in a year August is the one with the most rain, and the driest month is June. Dry warm beds await you at Best Western Vista Inn. And
if that's not sufficient there's heaps more exciting things to do in the Sawatch Range. Don’t forget to stop by Graphite Basin since you're here at Graphite Lake; going for a hike along the Gold Creek Union Park Trail will let you
absorb the natural beauty of this region. This lake is so wonderful. Maid Lake is a good lake near Graphite Lake; you can spot Fitzpatrick Peak from Graphite Lake.
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Coordinates: Latitude: 38.68278 Longitude: -106.4425
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Monarch, Colorado, 12 miles away 1171 vertical feet |
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Ski Cooper, Colorado, 29 miles away 1200 vertical feet |
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Clear Creek, Chaffee CountyCounty, 17 miles away Class V - 3.3 miles long (to Arkansas River) |
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Maid Lake, Gunnison CountyCounty, 3 miles away |
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North Fork Reservoir
 | We are camping and fishing at NFR campground Sunday - Sunday 21-28 June. We are experienced campers, but would appreciate any info you have re snow melt and camp and reservoir conditions. Thanks Robert...This lake is so beautiful, you have to see it to believe it!!...One of the most beautiful spots in the world.... |
Lamphier Lake
 | 10 miles away My father grew up on a ranch near that area. I am searching for whom this lake was named and why? I could be related to the person it was named after?... |
Monarch
 | 11 miles away 3 PHOTOS ...ble. It's also one of the oldest ski areas in Colorado, established in 1939. Monarch Mountain is what you expect from a real Colorado ski area. Abundant natural snow (350+ inches) and friendly people are two of our strongest attributes. You can walk from your car right to the lifts, prices are reasonable, and the runs flow naturally back to the base area. At Monarch you'll lose the crowds but not your friends. Monarch is a family favorite because of great snow conditions and easy access to the mountain. Having one base area makes it convenient to drop off the little ones in the Children's Center, pick-up rental equipment, sign up for ski school and get on the slopes in a timely manner. Lift lines are a rarity and you will regularly find ski runs to yourself. Looking for great powder, spectacular views, 1000+ acres of expert terrain, steeps, trees, cliffs, and bowls? You found it with Monarch Mountain. Check out the 130 acres of hike-to terrain in Mirkwood Basin from the top of the Breezeway Lift. Monarch Mountain Snowcat Tours offers some of the best Snowcat skiing in the... |
Browns Creek Trail
 | 17 miles away I have backpacked brown's creek trail since I was a boy, great overnighter. Good people on the trails, but still secluded enough to have some privacy.... |
Needle Creek Reservoir
 | 19 miles away This is a great place to just get away from it all and enjoy some very good fishing.... |
Ski Cooper
 | 29 miles away 4 PHOTOS Ski Cooper is Colorado's Premier Family Ski Area. Ski Cooper offers world class skiing and riding with long runs and short lines all on natural snow. If you want an affordable fun family ski area experience without the hustle & bustle of the mega areas Ski Cooper is your place. Ski Cooper is also the home of the Chicago Ridge Snow cat tours which is recognized as one of the best backcountry snow cat tours in the country. Lodging is available in Historic Old Leadville. For more information visit skicooper.com.... |
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