Lost Man Trail
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Lost Man Trail

Sawatch Mountain Range
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Lost Man Trail

Lost Man Trail

Distance: 8.7mi
Elevation: 1,388ft
Time: 3.5-5h

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Don’t worry, the trail is not as daunting as the name depicts. The Lost Man Trail is an awesome adventure through the Sawatch Mountain Range that exhibits unparalleled vistas of the dramatic snow-capped peaks that line the horizon. This trek is a must-add to your adventure bucket list.

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Getting there

The Lost Man Trail departs from the Lost Man Loop Trailhead off State Highway 82.

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About

Backcountry Campground

Dispersed Backcountry Campsites

When to do

June-September

Pets allowed

Yes - On Leash

Family friendly

Older Children only

Route Signage

Average

Crowd Levels

Moderate

Route Type

One Way


Lost Man Trail
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Lost Man Trail Description

What is better than fresh scenery every step of the way? The point-to-point Lost Man Trail is a wonderful adventure that reveals the beauty of the epic alpine terrain. Travel through luxuriant alpine tundras laden with wildflower and mountain goats to Lost Man Lake. Open year-round, the summer presents the ideal opportunity to bask in the vibrance of the vegetation. In the winter months, trade your hiking boots for snowshoes and enjoy a totally different perspective of the mountainous wilderness.

After arranging for a pickup at the trail’s end or leaving a vehicle, begin your journey along the Lost Man Trail from the Lost Man Loop Trailhead. From here, track north along the Lost Man Loop Trail. Enjoy the sights of the encompassing snow-dusted peaks and you will eventually pass Independence Lake before meeting Lost Man Lake. Revel in the blue-hued waters of the alpine lake and continue walking along the charming trail.

The route will eventually curve you south, delivering you beneath the sparse tree shade of towering pines. Revel in the grandeur of Geissler Mountain looming above as you trek. You will eventually pass the Lost Man Reservoir before arriving at the Lost Man Trailhead, marking the end of your adventure.

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