Mountain Biking · Telluride, CO

Blue Lake

difficultTrail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.

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Before you go

Live · nearest station Telluride, 0 mi

Go prepared

Storms build later today. Plan an early finish.

47°

Chance of Rain

Feels like 45°

Storm chance

50% tonight

Wind

5 mph ESE

Distance

1.1mi round trip

Elevation gain

870ft

High point

9,646ft

Season

Apr - Octpeak now

About

Blue Lake is a mountain biking route in Telluride, Colorado, starting at the Top of Bridal Veil Falls. The trail is 1.1 miles long and classified as difficult, with an elevation of 8,789 feet. Riders follow the road past a tin-roofed shed, taking the left fork toward a pyramid-shaped mountain. The terrain includes rocky sections and a dark rock wall, leading to an alpine lake above the tree line. The route is accessible from April through October. Parking is available near the trailhead, and pets are permitted.

Trail profile

Gain

870 ft

Avg grade

15%

Steepest

30%

High point

9,646 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Dogs allowed on leash

Waypoints

1Trailhead8,793 ft

2Scenic View8,776 ft

3Trail End9,646 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Trail is in good condition. Traction is good with minimal obstacles.

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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