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    Hikes/United States/Colorado/San Juan Mountain Range

    Haviland Lake Trail

    Difficulty
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    Moderate
    Duration
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    1.5-2h
    Distance
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    6.1 km
    Elevation
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    169 m
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    The Haviland Lake Trail is a laidback adventure in the San Juan Mountains that will take you along the forested hillside for views of the surrounding mountains. While out on the trail, you will leave the shores of Haviland Lake behind and enter into the forest, climbing uphill for views of the surrounding landscape, before looping around the woodland terrain on the return leg. Hikers should take note that the route along this trail is not very well marked, so make sure to bring a GPS if you want to ensure that you stay on the right track.

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    Route Description for Haviland Lake Trail

    If you are looking for an easy-going adventure in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado that will allow you to explore the forest, take in views of the surrounding landscape, and camp nearby to the trailhead, then the Haviland Lake Trail is a great option to do so.

    Setting out from the trailhead, you will enter into the cover of the forest and head to the southwest until you arrive at a junction near the banks of Elbert Creek. Head right here and follow the path as it continues on to the southwest and climbs up the wooded hillside for beautiful views of the surrounding landscape and nearby mountains.

    After meandering along the hillside, you will make a descent through the forest to the south, following the trail as it bends to the northeast and crosses back over Elbert Creek. Here, you will follow along the banks of the creek to the north, enjoying the last of the tranquil woodland atmosphere before arriving back at the trailhead.

    Getting to the Haviland Lake Trail Trailhead

    The Haviland Lake Trailhead can be found at the Haviland Lake Campground on Haviland Lake Road.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      Haviland Lake Campground

    • When to do

      May-September

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      Yes

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      High

    • Route Type

      Lollipop

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