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That right there is heaps already, but it goes on; Sloan Lake has it all. If you came for an overnight stay Silverton Lakes Campground is a wonderful location to camp; American Basin is a nice site. This lake is so wonderful. Why not camp at Mill Creek Campground if you're here at Sloan Lake, and paddling on Henson Creek is so much fun. You just can't imagine the amount of outdoors exciting things the San Juan and Jemez Mountains has to offer. The Bear Creek
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| | Trail is a good hiking trail close to Sloan Lake; if you've had enough of Sloan Lake, Denver Lake is close by.
Whohoo, so many amusing things in one place! The San Juan and Jemez Mountains is peerless! Sloan Lake is not the only location nearby, Crystal Lake is a nearby lake; dry warm beds await you at St.Elmo Hotel. Near Sloan Lake you stumble on the West Fork Trail which is a perfect hiking trail, and why not head up to Silverton and strap some skis to | |
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your feet. Sloan Lake gets very little rainfall; August is when you get the most rain here while June is usually the driest month.
A day on the slopes of Kendall Mountain is just what you need; here at Sloan Lake you can observe
Handies Peak. Sloan Lake is located in the San Juan and Jemez Mountains. Soar down the rapids of Mineral Creek - South in a kayak.
During the long summer days at Sloan Lake highs are typically in the 70's, and through summer nights
temperatures are in the 50's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 30's with winter lows in the 10's overnight here at Sloan Lake. This lake is so wonderful. On a fine day at Sloan Lake you can take a hike along the Ridge Stock Driveway; Comfort Inn Ouray is a glorious spot to get some rest.
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Coordinates:
Latitude: 37.90389
Longitude: -107.5125
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| These outdoors activities are available near Sloan Lake. |
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Silverton, Colorado, 12 miles away
3000 vertical feet |
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Telluride, Colorado, 23 miles away
3530 vertical feet |
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Henson Creek, Hinsdale CountyCounty, 12 miles away
Class IV-V - 6.7 miles long (Above Nellie Creek to 1/2 mile from Lake City) |
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Mineral Creek - South, -blank- CountyCounty, 14 miles away
Class V+ - 0.5 miles long (Above South Mineral Camp Ground) |
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| MORE STUFF NEARBY:
Mill Creek Campground
 | You cannot kayak on the Lake fork unless you go below lake san cristobal.... |
Vallecito Lake
 | 11 miles away
Great fishing, mountain views, hiking, wildlife viewing, and very peaseful.... |
Silverton
| 11 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
www.silvertonmountain.com... |
Lost Trail Campground
| 13 miles away
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Hiking Lost Trail to Heart Lake, an overnite round trip for us....
Hiking Lost Trail to Heart Lake, an overnite round trip for us.... |
Lake San Cristobal
| 15 miles away
This beauty is the second largest natural lake in Colorado.... |
Telluride
| 22 miles away
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...mountains.
Adding to Telluride's reputation for legendary terrain, the resort is thrilled to announce the opening of Revelation Bowl. This spectacular European-style terrain, located directly off the back side of famous Gold Hill, will be served by a new quad lift. Situated 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... |
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