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Hanging Lake

Glenwood Springs, CO
5.0 of 5 stars 21 Reviews
Type: Bodies of Water
Description: Located in Glenwood Canyon.
Useful Information: Activities for older children
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Glenwood Springs, Colorado
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Great idea for any vacation to GWS. It's best to start out really early to miss some of the crowds. This hike is not rated as easy and if your child isn't into hiking, it can be a challenge. Enjoy the view.

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See 2 more reviews by Colorado70 for Glenwood Springs
Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

This was a really long hike, and I’m not use to the exercise, but the place was worth it… we had a wonderful time!!!

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4 reviews 4 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012 via mobile

Bring water come early it does get very busy but please please don't swim in the water or litter! Leave the trail u see the way it was ......... with no trace of you!

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See 3 more reviews by Kelly A for Glenwood Springs
New York
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012
1
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Pretty steep hike for a sea-level person, but absolutely breath-taking when you get up there.

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See 6 more reviews by TravelBug777NY for Glenwood Springs
Colorado Springs, Colorado
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012
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We loved this hike and took our two sons along but be aware that it is very crowded. The hike is somewhat steep, but our four year old was able to climb it with no problems.

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See 3 more reviews by Travlerfor2 for Glenwood Springs
Colorado Springs, Colorado
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

(I'm an artist. I've seen some pretty spectacular places.) Hanging Lakes is Stunning. Shock & Awe. A Surprise! The setting, how it hangs in the canyon, the amazing trail. I couldn't look away. Worth every step. Do it! (actually C. 1990)

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Elk Grove, California
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

It was a strenuous hike in but well worth it! We went the first week of November. The water was the most beautiful color and there were benches around the little lake where you could just sit awhile and take in the beautiful setting with waterfalls. When you're at the lake, be sure to climb just a few steps more... More

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Eagle, Colorado
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012
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Tough hike UP but you get Great views of a clear lake. Watch the fish, but no fishing!

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Glenwood Springs, Colorado
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012
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Best time to visit is in the spring during runoffs. Gorgeous views and easy access once you have climbed the 1 mile very steep and not very easy trail to the location of the lake.

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See 8 more reviews by COSkierFromSweden for Glenwood Springs
Grand Junction, Colorado
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

Lots of trail work and construction in area last few times there. Just check ahead.

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