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What a nice lake Silver Lake is. Having a great time at Silver Lake is painless. Silver Lake Dam is worth taking a look at if you're here, and for you golfers we recommend nearby Telluride Ski & Golf Club. If you like skiing, you're in luck; Telluride is near Silver Lake, and Camels Garden is a delightful place to get some rest. All the outdoors cool things close to Silver Lake will keep you coming back persistently. If the weather is delightful here at Silver
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| | Lake, you can go for a hike along the Deep Creek Trail, and Silver Lake is a wonderful lake close by. Why not camp at South Mineral Campground since you're here at Silver Lake, and since you're here, you might as well have a look at Owl Gulch. This lake is so wonderful. If you came for an overnight stay Sunshine Campground is a splendid place to camp, and on a wonderful day you can take a hike along the Greyhound Pack Trail. Bear Creek is one of the streams | |
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close by that might be worth visiting, and lakes are such calm places, why not stop by Blue Lake Number 1. It is very arid here at Silver Lake mostly; July is when you get the most rain here, and June is the month with the least
moisture. Having a delightful time in the Uncompahgre Plateau Mountains is trouble-free. Bridal Veil Basin is a delightful site any time of year, and a tremendous nearby hotel is Ice House Lodge. This lake is located in the wonderful
Uncompahgre Plateau Mountains. Summertime brings highs in the 80's to Silver Lake with night lows in the 50's. All through the wintertime highs are usually in the 30's; night lows during the wintertime for Silver Lake tend to
be in the 10's. This lake is so wonderful. While you're here at Silver Lake you can take a hike along the Brooklyn Trail; a great panorama of striking Ballard Mountain is available. This lake is so wonderful. But wait, there's
more cool stuff to do in the Uncompahgre Plateau Mountains. Drift down the rapids of Lime Creek in a kayak, and a spree to Silver Lake wouldn't be complete without taking a look at Bridal Veil Falls. Not enough hours in a day to enjoy
the Uncompahgre Plateau Mountains. Get dripping wet paddling on Mineral Creek - South, and the skiing at Silverton is delightful.
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Coordinates: Latitude: 37.91333 Longitude: -107.7833
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Telluride, Colorado, 4 miles away 3530 vertical feet |
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Silverton, Colorado, 10 miles away 3000 vertical feet |
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Mineral Creek - South, -blank- CountyCounty, 8 miles away Class V+ - 0.5 miles long (Above South Mineral Camp Ground) |
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Lime Creek, -blank- CountyCounty, 12 miles away Class V+ - 3 miles long (1st Gorge) |
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San Miguel River, San Miguel/ Montrose CountyCounty, 13 miles away Class III - 7.3 miles long (Silverpick Road to Fall Creek Road) |
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Telluride
 | 4 PHOTOS ...lievably 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. Getting to Telluride is easy with nonstop flights from 9 U.S. cities on 6 commercial carriers to the Telluride/Mon... |
Blue Lakes Trail
 | This description has a few accurate things in it, but the way it's put together, it makes no sense, even to someone who lives here. It jumbles things from Telluride to Silverton in with Blue Lakes Trail. It is indeed beautiful. And you could hike up Sneffels (local 14'er) from this side, if you are fit and up for a very, very long adventure. ... |
Cushman Lake
 | How did Cushman Lake get it's name? Who is it named after?... |
Sunshine Campground
 | Great campsite with incredible views of the mountains. Excellent place for capturing sunrise and sunset photos. Found the campsite clean and quiet. Paved loop around all sites, with gravel parking. ... |
Riverwood Inn and RV Park
 | It is currently not certain whether or not this campground is still operating.... |
Silverton
 | 3 PHOTOS 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
www.silvertonmountain.com... |
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