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The San Juan Mountains were created by volcanoes, resulting in a tumultuous landscape that has been slightly tempered by glaciers over the millennia.
Some of these jagged mountains reach over 14,000 feet in elevation. Known as fourteeners, there are six of these peaks near Lake City. Many trails in the area are several miles in length, but don't let this discourage you. Shorter, up-and-back day trips on the same routes are just as rewarding as longer, overnight backpacking excursions. Using the Map Below: Using control buttons in the upper left corner, press the + button to zoom in for greater detail. To move the map over, hold the right mouse button while moving the mouse over the map. Use buttons in the upper right corner to change the view from map to satellite view. |
Mountain Safety
Mountaineering and backcountry hiking can be dangerous. Please read more about at 14ers.com, where you'll find helpful information about hiking in the mountains of Colorado.
Always check on conditions before heading out. Don't forget to Tread Lightly. |
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Hiking Trails in the Lake City, Colorado Area
Distances are one-way. Be sure to use a good quality terrain map for your trip.
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