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Hiking · Gunnison, CO

Blue Lake Spur

moderateSpring conditions with some muddy sections. Trail is generally in good shape.
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Live · nearest station Gunnison, 0 mi
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Good window today. Daylight to 8:09 pm.

77°

Partly Sunny

Feels like 77°

Wind

0 mph

UV index

7.5 high

Sun window

6:17 am to 8:09 pm

Distance

Elevation gain

High point

7,705ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Blue Lake Spur is a short, 0.4-mile hiking trail located in the White River National Forest near Gunnison, Colorado. The route climbs a gradual grade of 201 feet from an elevation of 11,011 to 11,212 feet. The trail surface is dirt and allows for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and dogs. It is managed by the USFS Dillon Ranger District as Trail #805.1A. Parking is available at the trailhead, accommodating a small number of vehicles. The area experiences winter conditions with potential snow and ice, but the trail is accessible year-round.

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Steepest

High point

7,705 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Waypoints

1Trailhead7,703 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Spring conditions with some muddy sections. Trail is generally in good shape.

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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