Make sure to wear arm sleeves. We climbed Peak P from Booth Lake this way, some 3rd class on Peak P. I honestly think if you are coming from Slate you should go up to the Q/P saddle and climb over Peak P (class 3 with route finding). Dispersed backcountry camping is permitted in the. It the perfect place for a quick dip to refresh you after the long hike. East Booth Pass is not a problem, some loose class 2 in places. I cannot express this enough. Only used to identify you to ProTrails. Very rewarding. Will not show on comments list. Holy Cross Ranger District 24747 US Highway 24 Minturn, CO 81645 970.827.5715, White River National Forest 900 Grand Ave. P.O. This fantastic hike is a Colorado classic, and the ideal way to spend a fun-filled day out in the mountains. Look for deer and bear along the creek between the trailhead and Booth Falls. 1085 US Route 9, Schroon Lake, NY 121870. It's located just past the Gore Creek Trailhead and holds 25 campsites with picnic tables and fire grates. SHARE THIS PAGE. Sites are first come, first served. At 4.5km, just past the small creek crossing, continue left on the trail towards the western side of the trail. My GPS measured 4.5 miles to the shore of Booth Lake. Actual round trip mileage is closer to 12. After the trail levels out, around 2.0km in, the trail opens up to a steep hillside scattered with pines, aspens, spruces, and firs. We found a very nice site 100 yards east of the trail and down from the lake by about 150 - … After passing the sign, the trail continues to strenuously climb for another kilometer before leveling out. September 15, 2020 December 2, 2020. ", "I hiked the trail with a group this day. The Pitkin Lake Trail ascends a lush valley, passing by two gushing waterfalls, before arriving at a stunning lake nestled between two 3960 m peaks: East and West Partner. However, the trail is not a straight line from the head to the lake. Take the I-70 E from Vail. We started early, about 8am or earlier and it was so peaceful - very quiet and beautiful hiking temps (cool) - which was appreciated on the climb up. 3.0km in, the trail becomes heavily forested; however, it soon opens up to a beautiful meadow with even better views of the Gore Range. Gore Lake. East Partner Peak on the left, West Partner Peak south ridge on the right. It's only about eighteen inches deep. For the remaining 2.0km, the hike takes you through similar terrain slowly curving around to the final destination: Pitkin Lake. It took me 3 hours for my 55 year old bod to get up to the lake, a absolutely beautiful alpine setting and well worth the altitude gain. Before leaving the creek behind, the last vestiges of this year’s snowmelt churn into a turbulent waterway, a prime subject for the mandatory long-exposures. My GPS states the hike was 10.8 miles vs the posted 8.7 but like others have said - many factors could contribute to the discrepancies. This is one of the shorter hikes in the wilderness, a 4.6-mile trek […] From here, the trail begins to steeply ascend towards the alpine tundra where Pitkin Lake resides. The lake is not a further 2 miles beyond the falls but closer to 4. Hats, sunglasses, lotion and layers are highly recommended. Dogs are permitted on the Booth Creek Trail and within the Eagles Nest Wilderness Area. The trail steeply winds through meadows of wildflowers…, Bighorn Creek Trail is a diverse hike that takes you through a variety of trees, and meadows of wildflowers. Pitkin Lake is located in Eagle County, Colorado. ", "Our favorite lake to fish for cutthroat trout in my boyhood in Colorado. At about 2.5 miles - halfway to the top - you'll get a good view of Pitkin Falls. Doing it again. Bridger documented the Great Salt Lake in 1824 and guided westward settlers through Bridger Pass in 1850, shortening the Oregon Trail by 61 miles (98 km). At 5.6km, while passing through a meadow flush with creeks, a cascading waterfall will be on your left. Everything is so green. It is a haul. The cascading waterfalls were simply majestic! Pitkin Creek – Another fairly difficult trail, Pitkin Creek passes through aspen groves and spruce-fir forests as you climb 2900 ft. across 4.5 miles (one way). The final mile to the lake is when that mental game starts setting in - but keep pushing. Follow the well-distinguished trail as it meanders onto the western slopes of the valley. There is a 1m-tall man-made waterfall located on Pitkin Creek 25m past the trailhead information board. Pitkin Lake is located 4.45 miles north of Vail in the Eagles Nest Wilderness Area. At Booth lake it was about 2 feet deep in places. I made it back Lord willing to the Lake I remember from 1979. ", N39 39.052 W106 19.265 — 0.0 miles : Booth Lake Trailhead, N39 39.333 W106 19.119 — .5 miles: Steady rise through aspen and open fields, N39 39.643 W106 18.778 — 1.0 miles : Moderate grade through widening valley, N39 40.040 W106 18.757 — 1.5 miles : Grade steepens in thicker forest to falls, N39 40.364 W106 18.679 — 1.9 miles : Booth Falls, N39 40.418 W106 18.699 — 2.0 miles : Trail grows rugged and steep above falls, N39 40.846 W106 18.464 — 2.5 miles : Break in timber during steep climb, N39 41.118 W106 18.178 — 3.0 miles : Moderate travel up narrow, open valley, N39 41.420 W106 17.946 — 3.5 miles : Continue moderate travel up valley, N39 41.791 W106 18.068 — 4.0 miles : Steep, twisting approach to Booth Lake, N39 41.963 W106 18.347 — 4.35 miles : Booth Lake. Booth Lake is located 4.35 miles from Booth Lake Trailhead on I-70 in Vail. We arrived in the vicinity of the lake in about three hours from the trailhead. The fall colors and snow together were amazing. So it's only a 4.5 mile trail, it just feels like more! So BEWARE! Campsite parking spurs are 30-40' long, but no electric hook-ups, running water or dump stations are available. Adventurists rejoice! It was quite steep so prepare by stretching your legs before starting the hike. When I made it back to Vail, in 2005, I wanted to Hike there again 26 years later. No kidding. The Gore Creek Campground is located 2.5 miles east of Exit 180 from I-70 on Bighorn Road. Booth Lake Lake, 1 mile west; Upper Piney Lake Lake, 1½ miles northwest; The Spider Mountain, 1½ miles northwest; Other Places. September 30, 2020 October 19, 2020. The Booth Creek Trail climbs 1300' in 1.9 miles through aspen and berry-lined slopes to Booth Falls, then steepens across treeline and long alpine meadows to the lake: The trail winds north through grassy hillsides to the Eagles Nest Wilderness Boundary, and gradually straightens up a widening valley framed by towering, red-hued walls. Waterfalls after waterfalls, reaching like was a great feeling. The gorgeous trail starts off steep, but it quickly (after roughly 1.6km) levels out. However, the trail is not a straight line from the head to the lake. The trail begins adjacent to the trailhead message board. The trail moves quickly up-valley through open meadow and thin bands of spruce to the base of a final, steep climb (3.95 miles : 11,120'). Pitkin Lake Eagle County, CO. BE THE FIRST TO WRITE A REVIEW. Pitkin Lake sits around 8.0km in, dramatically surrounded by tall, gray granite walls and alpine tundra. We took a refreshing dip after the long hike. Gorgeous spot strenuous hike and in those days we drank water without concern. Become a Contributor at 10Adventures and share your adventures! It gives off a nice atmosphere with lots of positive vibes. Forest is abundant with tall trees and scrubs. The lake is easy to explore, as are the open slopes above. Pitkin Lake Trail – Vail Valley. My father took many limits of beautiful trout from 1960 through 1967. The office is open M - F from 8am - 4pm. Pitkin Lake Trail makes for an adventure-filled day hike. The valley floor and slopes above are thinly wooded, a good place to find wildlife and clear camping terrain. The Booth Lake Trailhead and parking area are located .2 miles up Booth Falls Road. The USGS (U.S. Geological Survey) publishes a set of the most commonly used topographic maps of the U.S. called US Topo that are separated into rectangular quadrants that are printed at 22.75"x29" or larger. So, today we took two seperate gps devices as well as two phones with gps apps. The connecting ridge to East Partner harbors constant class 4 and 5 terrian. Use right two lanes to take exit 180. ", "I Hiked this trail in early October, and we started seeing significant snow near the falls. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Bill Stafford 1 year, 4 months ago . Town of Vail must be hard up for cash! I quiet little Mountain Lake with a small Island in it. ", "I have always questioned the mileage listed for this trail. I knew from my past that it is around trip 6 hour hike. The popularity of several trails in the East Vail area – Booth Lake, Pitkin, Bighorn, Deluge Lake, and Gore Creek – has grown over the past several years. The valley bends northwest on a mild grade beneath craggy, talus strewn walls. Turn left onto Big Horn Rd. Pitkin Lake Trail. Pitkin Lake is covered by the Vail East, CO US Topo Map quadrant Horses are permitted on the Booth Creek Trail. Gradually, the trail ascends the valley, past two waterfalls, to the stunning lake that sits below East and West Partner (two 3960m peaks). 39.6942°, Longitude . The USGS (U.S. Geological Survey) publishes a set of the most commonly used topographic maps of the U.S. called US Topo that are separated into rectangular quadrants that are printed at 22.75"x29" or larger. It fills a large cirque just above treeline at the head of a broad, glaciated valley. It drops and levels briefly along Booth Creek, a useful reprieve before another strenuous push breaks treeline (2.5 miles : 10,165') and crests at the foot of a long, narrow valley (2.85 miles : 10,490'). There is a small stream crossing you need to walk across a log and one of our members miss stepped and ended up in the water. Booth Lake – Vail Valley. The trail also passes a series of moraines (rock/sediment piles left from glacial retreats), which are always fascinating. Well, today I received a $50 parking ticket from the Town of Vail for using the park spaces while hiking the Booth Lake trail. After passing the campsite, the trail begins climbing steeply for about 1/3 mile before leveling off in the upper valley that leads to Pitkin Lake. Campfires are not permitted above or within .25 miles (440 yards) of treeline, or within 100' of any lake or stream in the Eagles Nest Wilderness Area. Been here for fall colors, too, and the trail scenery is just outstanding either way. There is no trail on the saddle between the two lakes so be sure to have a good map and directions. ... Gore Creek Trail, Deluge Lake Trail, Booth Creek Trail, Upper Piney Lake Trail, Pitkin Creek Trail, Elliot Ridge Trail, and Wheeler Lakes Trail. There…, Gore Lake Trail is a full-day hike to the beautiful, alpine lake. A side note observation, Town of Vail provides plenty of FREE parking for visitors shopping and dining in Vail (who are also paying a 1% TOV tax on every dollar they spend. Summit County - Eagle County - Clear Creek County, Booth Lake posted by: Bergwanderer on Sep 07, 2013, Booth Lake posted by: Andrew on Sep 15, 2013, Herman Gulch Trailhead: CDT to Jones Pass, +3,012' net elevation gain (+3,478' total roundtrip elevation gain), "Booth Lake trail is one of my favorite hikes in Vail, despite the fact that the parking lot at the trailhead has only roughly 12 spaces. After crossing the bridge, the trail steeply ascends for 0.3km gaining 56m of elevation, taking you to the Eagles Nest Wilderness Area sign. We are total flatlanders - tried to do Booth Falls but couldn't find anyplace to park - it was jam packed, so we headed 1 mile down the road and hiked Pitkin instead. You’ll follow Pitkin Creek for a couple hundred meters through dense foliage. East and West Partner, at 3977m, reside above the lake. September 28, 2020 December 2, 2020. Some of the shrubs can get itchy. All the hikes we've met along the trail were super nice people so the whole atmosphere on the train made the day special, Berrypicker Trail hikes up Vail Mountain to Eagle’s Nest from Lionshead Village. It’s possible to continue past Pitkin Lake, crest a ridge and drop into the Booth Lake drainage, with a trail that returns almost to your starting point. There are different trees and wildflower species to see along the way. Vail’s Pitkin Creek Trail to Pitkin Lake Just beyond the trailhead, a solid bridge crosses the first roadblock, Pitkin Creek, on high ground. Fishing is permitted along Booth Creek and at Booth Lake with a valid Colorado fishing license. Sunny, well drained areas on the lower trail produce magnificent wildflowers and a bumper crop of late summer berries. The timezone in Pitkin Lake is America/Cambridge_Bay Morning Sunrise at 07:05 and Evening Sunset at 16:41. Amazing place! But perhaps the best value comes from Pitkin Creek, which climbs via singletrack to Pitkin Lake at 11,400 feet. ", "5 stars. Booth Lake from Mapcarta, the free map. Hiking to the last possible Mountain ridge in the Gorge. A low ridge on the south shore has a particularly good view across the basin, and back down valley on the route you took to reach it. It tasted great! Grades moderate from 1.0 - 1.5 miles through a colorful mix of aspen, leafy ground cover and berries. It is an amazing hike and the lake is spectacular but it is tough. )", "This is now one of my top, favorite hikes! Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6'. Copyright © 2020 10Adventures Inc. All rights reserved. If I didn't have a trekking pole on the way down (borrowed from a hiking partner), my knees would have been feeling it something fierce. From westbound I-70, exit #180 and turn left (west) on the north frontage road. 8. The open expanses are breathtaking - this area is beautiful. There is a $16 fee, and 10 day occupancy limit. Trip Reports The Booth Lake Trailhead is located 1.2 miles from Exit #180 of I-70 on Booth Falls Road. Bubble Lake Vail, CO. Upper Slate Lake Vail, CO. Booth Creek Vail, CO. Pitkin Lake Trail #2012 is a 10.4 mile round trip hike with 3,132 feet accumulated elevation gain. No spam. At this time of year, a portion of the lake was still frozen and melting - awesome. Quickly, you’ll cross a large bridge as Pitkin creeks rushes below. Keep making your way to Booth Lake to round out this day. Still made it all the way though. Deluge Lake Trail – Vail Valley. Box 948 Glenwood Springs CO 81602 970.945.2521. Print Trail -106.2878° Weather near Pitkin Lake Last report from Copper Mountain, Red Cliff Pass, CO 32.5km away Vail’s Booth Creek to Booth Lake The trail starts out steep, switchbacking out of the creek’s drainage to an aspen-lined shelf 70 feet above it. ", "The trail distance is actually pretty accurate. The Gore Lake trail, on the other hand, might be that kind of a trek (in actual distance and in feeling). After enjoying the waterfall, leave the valley of meadows and hike up another steep section of the trail. Continuing up the ridge. Comments. Can't wait to do this hike again in the fall! The mountain is encompassed by four major drainages which include the Pitkin Lake, Piney Lake, Booth Lake and the remote South Slate Lake Drainage. There are lots of pleasant views to see here. Easy unsubscribe links are provided in every email. Also, in terms of difficulty, whether or not some register it as 6 miles, it surely feels like the 4.5 that the USFS says it is. Tell us when your experience with this trail happened. September 14, 2020 December 2, 2020. Contact the Holy Cross Ranger District for information on these sites. It was just as I remember it. Pitkin Lake on the left, Booth Lake on the right. He has expanded the dinner menu, and will be offering specials periodically. It's Dark Rough GPS position Latitude . This summer, when the trailhead parking lot was full, I was told by other hikers that it was okay to park at Booth Creek Park when hiking the Booth Lake trail. Looking back, Pitkin Lake blocked by the big rock formation in the middle. Holding strong, the first 1,000 feet of gain come within 1.5 miles before easing at the helm of a meadow. The Gore Range comes into view, sitting picturesquely at the back of the valley. It is about 5 miles one way and can take anywhere from 5-8 hours round trip with most people taking around 6 hours. You might get drenched whitewater boating this sweep of Gore Creek, so you should be ready for that. BUY A COLORADO FISHING LICENSE. I arrived after 3 hours of Hiking to the Lake. Looking back along the south ridge. Avoidable knife edge. Beautiful views in all directions! The majority of the Booth Creek Trail is exposed to sun. The trail twists quickly and unevenly through large rock slabs and boulders to a crest, where it drops to the grassy east shore of Booth Lake (4.35 miles : 11,434'). Gore Lake – Vail Valley. So we decided to hammer the run up to Pitkin Lake then tap whatever's left in the tank for a push over to P from West Partner via Rockinghorse, concluded with a reverse traverse below Rockinghorse Ridge above the Upper Piney drainage back south to East Booth Pass and run back out to Booth Falls TH. 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