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Gem Lake – Lumpy Ridge Trailhead loop from Estes Park

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Gem Lake – Lumpy Ridge Trailhead loop from Estes Park

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16,363

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Gem Lake – Lumpy Ridge Trailhead loop from Estes Park

03:57

28.4km

1,060m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 13, 2026

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Rocky Mountain Wilderness

Rocky Mountain National Park

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299 m

The Stanley Hotel

Highlight • Historical Site

The Stanley Hotel, located in Estes Park, Colorado, is a historic and picturesque resort built in 1909 by F.O. Stanley. Known for its Georgian architecture and panoramic views of the …

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3.03 km

Viewpoint

5.01 km

Gem Lake

Highlight • Lake

Very pretty high-altitude lake that lives up to its name with the pretty reflections of the sky and the surrounding mountains.

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9.88 km

Cow Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This serene trail leads you towards Bridal Veil Falls and runs parallel to Cow Creek. Parking is limited at the trailhead, so it is best to get there early if possible.

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15.6 km

Bridal Veil Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

This beautiful, 20-foot waterfall is a welcome sight after a short climb. It's a great destination to hike to in the spring after snow melt if you want to see the falls in full force.

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25.1 km

Twin Owls

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Twin Owls are prominent rock formations visible along most of the Lumpy Ridge Trail. As you loop around from this point, you can get a great close-up view of …

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26.1 km

Lumpy Ridge Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

This trailhead begins your hike along Lumpy Ridge Trail or Gem Lake Trail and features access to Twin Owls, Gem Lake, and Balanced Rock. There are bathrooms and parking here as well.

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28.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.8 km

9.77 km

2.30 km

321 m

278 m

Surfaces

24.9 km

1.35 km

1.27 km

319 m

293 m

267 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,780 m)

Lowest point (2,310 m)

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Today

Wednesday 6 May

6°C

-6°C

73 %

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Max wind speed: 6.0 km/h

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Gem Lake – Lumpy Ridge Trailhead loop from Estes Park

The Stanley Hotel

Gem Lake

Cow Creek Trail

Bridal Veil Falls

Twin Owls

Lumpy Ridge Trailhead

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