Highland Mary Lake Trail
Highland Mary Lake Trail

Highland Mary Lake Trail

San Juan Mountain Range
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Highland Mary Lake Trail

Highland Mary Lake Trail

Distance: 4.9mi
Elevation: 1,414ft
Time: 2.5-3.5h

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The Highland Mary Lake Trail is a fun family-friendly adventure near Silverton that will take you uphill for beautiful views of the San Juan Mountains. While out hiking the trail, you will make your way uphill through forests and meadows to arrive at the serene shores of the Highland Mary Lakes. If you plan on staying overnight and camping in the area, make sure to set up your camp away from the shoreline of the lakes to reduce your impact on the area.

Highland Mary Lake Trail Map

Getting there

The Highland Mary Lake Trailhead can be found on County Road 4, just 4.6mi south of the junction with Animas Forks Road.

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Backcountry Campground

Highland Mary Lake

When to do

June-September

Pets allowed

Yes

Family friendly

Yes

Route Signage

Average

Crowd Levels

Moderate

Route Type

Out and back


Highland Mary Lake Trail
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Highland Mary Lake Trail Description

Whether you plan on completing this hike as a simple out-and-back or want to camp overnight for a fun multi-day trek, the Highland Mary Lake Trail is a fantastic adventure that the entire family will be sure to enjoy. While it isn’t an overly difficult hike, beginners might find the elevation gain and terrain a bit challenging.

Setting out from the parking area, you will follow the road to the southeast and cross over Cunningham Creek, passing by another small parking area before picking up the trail. Here, you will follow along the banks of Cunningham Creek as it winds to the southeast through forests and meadows.

After hiking uphill through the beautifully scenic terrain and gaining a good amount of elevation along the trail, you will arrive at the shores of the three Highland Mary Lakes and enjoy some beautifully scenic views of the surrounding alpine terrain. After taking in the scenery, you can head back down the trail to return to your vehicle below.

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