Thompson Lake Hike
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Thompson Lake Hike
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The Thompson Lake Hike is an excellent adventure in the San Juan Mountains that will take you along a fairly short but steep route to reach a charming little lake. While out hiking the trail, you will work hard to gain elevation above Lake City, eventually arriving at the peaceful shores of Thompson Lake for a well-deserved rest. This is a great trail for those times when you want to push yourself in terms of difficulty, not trail length.
Getting there
The trailhead for the Thompson Lake Hike can be found next to the New Cemetery in Lake City on Rocky Springs Drive.
About
| Backcountry Campground | No |
| When to do | April-September |
| Pets allowed | Yes |
| Family friendly | Older Children only |
| Route Signage | Average |
| Crowd Levels | Moderate |
| Route Type | Out and back |
Thompson Lake Hike
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Thompson Lake Hike Description
Although it isn’t an overly long hiking route, the Thompson Lake Hike is a fun little trail that will be sure to give you a run for your money. The steep terrain, beautiful views, and charming lake all combine to make this a fun and rewarding adventure in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado.
Setting out from the trailhead, you will make your way to the west and begin immediately climbing uphill through the light tree cover. As you wind your way up the mountainside, the trail will briefly turn to the north, before bending back around to the west for the final push up to Thompson Lake.
Once you arrive at the shores of the lake, take some time to explore the area, although you should watch your step as the ground surrounding the water is quite boggy. After pausing for a rest and taking in the views, simply follow the same trail back downhill for the return to your vehicle.
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