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    Hikes/United States/Colorado/San Juan Mountain Range

    Potato Lake via Spud Lake Trail

    Difficulty
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    Moderate
    Duration
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    1-1.5h
    Distance
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    5.0 km
    Elevation
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    128 m
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    Hiking to Potato Lake via Spud Lake Trail is a great little adventure in the San Juan Mountains that will lead you through the forest to reach the shores of a charming lake. While out on the trail, you will meander through the forest and gain a small amount of elevation as you climb uphill to Potato Lake, where you will then complete a quick loop around the water’s edge. Hikers should take note that the road leading up to the trailhead is fairly rough and rugged, requiring a 4x4 high clearance vehicle to traverse.

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    Route Description for Potato Lake via Spud Lake Trail

    Although you will need a high clearance vehicle to reach the trailhead, the Potato Lake via Spud Lake Trail is a beautiful little hiking route that should definitely make it onto your list if you are exploring the rugged terrain of the San Juan Mountains.

    Setting out from the trailhead, you will enter into the cover of the forest and follow the trail as it meanders to the north. Here, you will be able to enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of your woodland surroundings, before following the path as it bends to the northeast and leads uphill towards the shores of Potato Lake.

    After arriving at the water’s edge, you will follow the trail as it skirts around the lake in a clockwise direction. Take your time here as you enjoy the views across this charming little woodland lake, before eventually meeting back up with your initial trail. If you aren’t looking to spend some time hanging out by the lake, simply head back down the same trail to return to your vehicle below.

    Getting to the Potato Lake via Spud Lake Trail Trailhead

    The starting point for Potato Lake via Spud Lake Trail can be found at the Spud Lake Trailhead on Lime Creek Road, just mi east of Cascade Village.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      No

    • When to do

      June-October

    • Pets allowed

      Yes

    • Family friendly

      Yes

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      High

    • Route Type

      Lollipop

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