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BPX 2-Day: Native Lake from Native Lake TH

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BPX Trip – BPX 2-Day: Native Lake from Native Lake TH

A moderate two day, one night backpack to camping by Native Lake. 7.6 miles and 1,100 vertical feet total.

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Michael Rees
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  • Sun, Aug 3, 2025 — Mon, Aug 4, 2025
  • Backpacking Section
  • Backpacking
  • Adults
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 7.6 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,100 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 11,859 ft
  • Pace: 2.2

This is a hike mostly through forest with views of Turquoise Lake below, and the continental divide above. The mile at the top is above the tree line. Highlights include breathtaking views, beautiful wildflowers, and a well-maintained trail. The views from the extensive alpine meadow are what make this a great hike. Challenges may include muddy sections and mosquitoes.

Day 1 - Leave the Morrison area and arrive at Native Lake Trailhead; hike south on Native Lake trail to the area around the lake where we will find campsites. Explore the area, camp, stay the night. (3.8 miles, +1100 ft)

 Day 2- Have breakfast, pack up, hike out to cars and return to Denver.

For more information on the trip see https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/native-lake-trail

We will meet at the Morrison Park n Ride, just off of C-470, at 8:30 AM. (Make the first right turn when you exit the highway. Here's a link to the park n ride: https://www.waze.com/live-map/directions/park-and-ride-morrison-and-c-470-morrison-rd?to=place.w.166986125.1669992317.3533448  )

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BPX 2-Day: Native Lake from Native Lake TH

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

10 essentials. Of course, a tent, sleeping bag, pad, stove,  food, and mosquito repellent. Hiking poles are helpful but not required.

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