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Lake Estes – Big Thompson River loop from Hunter's Chop House

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Lake Estes – Big Thompson River loop from Hunter's Chop House

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Lake Estes – Big Thompson River loop from Hunter's Chop House

01:20

5.15km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

423 m

Lake Estes

Highlight • Lake

Nestled on the outskirts of Estes Park in Northern Colorado, Lake Estes stands proudly as a scenic water reservoir, situated at an elevation of 7522 feet.

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805 m

Lake Estes

Highlight • Lake

Nestled on the outskirts of Estes Park in Northern Colorado, Lake Estes stands proudly as a scenic water reservoir, situated at an elevation of 7522 feet.

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3

1.56 km

Big Thompson River

Highlight • River

The Big Thompson River runs through Estes Park and Lake Estes. It is a nice sight along the trail and a popular local spot for fishing.

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1.96 km

Big Thompson River

Highlight • River

The Big Thompson River runs through Estes Park and Lake Estes. It is a nice sight along the trail and a popular local spot for fishing.

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5

2.52 km

Estes Park Visitor Center

Highlight • Rest Area

B

5.15 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.00 km

117 m

Surfaces

4.70 km

264 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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