Trail Description

A hike in the James Peak Wilderness to a cluster of alpine lakes in a granite basin. The trail climbs through dense forest before opening to the lakes below the Continental Divide. The rugged setting and relative solitude make it a Front Range gem.

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Weather forecast - Crater Lakes

Current conditions and a 3-day forecast for Crater Lakes.

broken clouds

20°C

Broken Clouds

38% Humidity
9 km/h Wind

5-Day Forecast

clear sky
Today
Clear Sky
9°C
clear sky
Tomorrow
Clear Sky
10°C
clear sky
Monday
Clear Sky
9°C
few clouds
Tuesday
Few Clouds
8°C
scattered clouds
Wednesday
Scattered Clouds
8°C

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