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Hanging Lake is pretty arid commonly; most of the rain falls all through September, and February meanwhile is the driest month. So much exciting stuff in the San Juan and Jemez Mountains, just tremendous. Getting to Fox Creek from Hanging Lake is trouble-free, and if you're here you can take a hike along the Deer Creek Trail. This lake is so wonderful. There are other places here than Hanging Lake, for example Cowboy Lake, and a wonderful close by hotel is
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Life's too short to enjoy all the fun stuff in the San Juan and Jemez Mountains. Lakes are such calm spots, why not stop by Silver Jack Reservoir in close proximity to Hanging Lake; there are some glorious whitewater spots on Cimarron River. For the period of the summertime months at Hanging Lake temperatures are mostly in the 80's. Summer overnight lows plunge down to the 50's. Daytime highs through the winter are in the 30's, and after the sun | |
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is down through the wintertime temperatures at Hanging Lake dip into the 10's. So much enjoyable stuff near Hanging Lake, clearly striking. There's so much to do here at Hanging Lake that you need to camp here for a while, Beaver
Lake Campground is a good location for that; going for a hike along the Lou Creek Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this neighborhood.
Hanging Lake is located in the San Juan and Jemez Mountains. If you're interested
in hydro structures, you can visit Silver Jack Dam, and if you came to camp Big Cimarron Campground is a brilliant spot to do that. If the weather is good here at Hanging Lake, you can go for a hike along the Courthouse Trail; whitewater
paddling is not for everybody but if it's for you then, we recommend Cimarron River.
Hit the slopes at Silverton in the neighborhood. This lake is so wonderful. Cabbage Patch is right here at Hanging Lake, and if you need a place to stay Comfort Inn Ouray is a nice choice.
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Coordinates:
Latitude: 38.2325
Longitude: -107.545
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Silverton, Colorado, 24 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, 5 miles away
Class V+ - 10.2 miles long (Big Cimarron Campground to Cimarron Road bridge) |
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Cimarron River, Montrose CountyCounty, 12 miles away
Class V - 1 miles long (Cimarron to Gunnison River) |
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Henson Creek, Hinsdale CountyCounty, 17 miles away
Class IV-V - 6.7 miles long (Above Nellie Creek to 1/2 mile from Lake City) |
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Silverton
| 24 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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...irit.
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.
Getting to Telluride is easy with nonstop flights from 9 U.S. cities on 6 commercial carriers to the Telluride/Montrose airports. Once you're here Telluride's free gondola is the main source of transportation - no traffic or long lines, and no driving once you've arrived!
For accommodations, arrange your stay through the new Telluride Resort Lodging, offering a full range of properties including the luxury Platinum Properties. For information and Stay & Ski packages call 800.778.8581.
With awe-inspiring views, fantastic terrain, the new Revelation Bowl, a refi... |
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14 miles away
14 miles away
