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Hampton Lake is a beautiful lake in the San Juan and Jemez Mountains. For the duration of the summer highs here at Hampton Lake reach the 80's. Once the sun is down it dips down to the 50's. For the duration of the wintertime highs are frequently in the 30's; nighttime lows at Hampton Lake during the wintertime mostly dip into the 10's. Yep, outdoors cool things truly is abundant here in the San Juan and Jemez Mountains. A tremendous close by hotel is Comfort
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| | Inn Ouray, and going for a hike along the Courthouse Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this region.
Man, is there loads of entertaining stuff to do near Hampton Lake. If you come at the right time of year, Cimarron River offers some perfect whitewater, and Ouray Chalet Inn is a great place to get some rest. Hiking along the Deer Creek Trail is splendid fun, and you'll stumble on a charming lake called Fish Creek Reservoir Number 1. This lake | |
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is so wonderful. Whitewater paddling is not for everyone but if it's for you then we recommend Cimarron River, and lakes are such calm spots, why not visit Fish Creek Reservoir Number 2.
Not much rain falls here at Hampton Lake;
during the month of September you get the most rain around here while February is regularly the driest month. Have a splendid hiking adventure along the Lou Creek Trail, and you might also want to pay a visit to Lou Creek Pass since
you're here at Hampton Lake. If you want a great time in the great outdoors just come on up to the San Juan and Jemez Mountains. Stay the night at Beaver Lake Campground, and Fox Creek is close to Hampton Lake and is always a delight to visit.
This lake is so wonderful. Big Cimarron Campground is a perfect campground nearby.
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Coordinates:
Latitude: 38.26111
Longitude: -107.5725
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Silverton, Colorado, 25 miles away
3000 vertical feet |
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Telluride, Colorado, 26 miles away
3530 vertical feet |
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Cimarron River, Gunnison / Montrose CountyCounty, 4 miles away
Class V+ - 10.2 miles long (Big Cimarron Campground to Cimarron Road bridge) |
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Cimarron River, Montrose CountyCounty, 10 miles away
Class V - 1 miles long (Cimarron to Gunnison River) |
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Henson Creek, Hinsdale CountyCounty, 19 miles away
Class IV-V - 6.7 miles long (Above Nellie Creek to 1/2 mile from Lake City) |
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Silverton
| 25 miles away
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Unparalleled big-mountain powder and chairlift-served guided skiing with an emphasis on adventure - need we say more? Colorado's newest ski area is also its highest and most-expert, serving up exclusively non-groomed
advanced/expert terrain to powderhounds of all ages. Unguided skier permitted early and late season.
At Silverton Mountain, Colorado you will find amazing lines in every direction and one chairlift perfectly located to deliver you to the goods.
Imagine a place where the average total snowfall of over 400'' exceeds the amount of daily visitors. Advanced and expert only riding, no groomers, no clearcut runs and a real mountain experience with plenty of adventure on tap. All thrills no frills. During certain times of the season you are required to ski with a guide. Reserve your day in advance at
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Telluride
| 26 miles away
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...ted above tree line, the natural, wide-open bowl offers advanced and expert skiing in an unbelievably scenic setting.
The opening of Revelation Bowl is just part of Telluride's incredible expansion this year. Public hike-to access in Black Iron Bowl, Palmyra Peak and Gold Hill Chutes 6-10 opened to rave reviews in January. All told, the resort has expanded by nearly 400 acres, offering the most stunning skiing and riding on the continent over its 2000 acres.
Telluride effortlessly mingles urban sophistication, historic charm and mountain spirit.
The destination offers over 50 restaurants, bars and coffee shops. For aprŠs ski try Gorrono Ranch mid-mountain, Allred's or the turn-of-the-century Sheridan Bar on Main Street.
The varied restaurants offer a cuisine culture to rival New York and/or Los Angeles. From romantic bistros and western steakhouses to pizza joints and sushi bars, a delicious option for every taste abounds. A ride to the top of the gondola for breathtaking views and fare at Allred's Restaurant promises an evening never to forget.
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15 miles away
15 miles away
