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Macey Lakes

The Macey Lakes trail is a challenging, 21 mile out and back with 3,090 feet of elevation gain. The hike starts at the Horn Creek Trailhead, follows the Colorado Trail, then forks to follow Macey Creek, passing Macey Falls, and Copperstain Cliff, ending at three lakes. Those wishing to summit can extend the hike to include Colony Baldy.

The Macey Lakes trail is a challenging 21 mile out and back with 3,090 feet of elevation gain.  The hike starts at the Horn Creek Trailhead parking lot.  Follow a short, 1/2 mile, trail from the parking lot to where it meets the Rainbow Trail.   Turn left (South) onto Rainbow Trail for 3 miles.  Just before the second bridge crossing take the fork to the right onto Macey Trail.  There are a few small stream crossings.  The trail passes Macey Falls, and Copperstain Cliffs leading to three lakes.  Those wishing to extend the hike adding another 2+/- miles, and 1900 feet elevation gain, can summit Colony Baldy (13,697') by climbing the ridge from the back of the middle lake.

Alternate titles - 

Lower and Upper Macey Lakes Via Rainbow Trail
Macey Trail #1341 via Trail #1336 starting at the Horn Creek Trailhead

  • Suitable Activities: Backpacking, Camping, Exploring Nature, Fly Fishing, Hiking
  • Seasons: June, July, August, September
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  • Difficulty: Diff B
  • Length: 21.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 3,090 ft
  • 11,655 ft
  • Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
    Sangre de Cristo Wilderness Area, San Carlos Ranger District (PSINF)
  • Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
  • Recommended Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Party Size: 12
  • Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
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  • Macey Lakes - Lower and Upper Macey Lakes Via Rainbow Trail
  • Macey Lakes - Macey Trail via Trail starting at the Horn Creek Trailhead
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