Introducing Glacier Gorge Junction Trailhead, a prominent brand name that offers outdoor enthusiasts a thrilling and picturesque experience. Located in a stunning scenic area, this trailhead mesmerizes visitors with its magnificent waterfalls, serene snowy landscapes, and sweeping vistas. With numerous adventurous activities, including hiking, wildlife spotting, and park and ride options, this destination provides an ideal escape to nature. The trailhead creates a seamless travel experience, offering convenient facilities such as parking, nearby pharmacies, and ATMs. The brand understands the significance of nature preservation and adheres to Google policies and legal obligations, ensuring authenticity and credibility. Glacier Gorge Junction Trailhead is a haven for adventure seekers, providing an unforgettable journey into the heart of nature's wonders.
Amenities and More
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Good for kids
- Public toilet
- Hiking
- Kid-friendly hikes
Reviews
Great trailhead to the lake top hike. Need a timed entry for this region before 2pm. Parking is limited but there’s a shuttle. The waterfall hike part of the trail is tough but manageable. Beautiful place with lots of alpine lakes and even some glaciers at the top.
We went on a Friday and it was packed. But we were able to get a bus quickly (they are constantly running). Bear Creek was the busiest of all of them, so I was glad we did the Glacier Gorge. It was still busy but not like Bear Creek. Beautiful day and we did a 6 mile hike and we made it to Glacier Lake. It was worth it.
From this trailhead, we hiked the short distance out to Alberta Falls and back. The hike itself was excellent. From the trailhead, you gain less than 300' in elevation, so it's only about a 6% average grade, with no painfully steep sections. The scenery along the way is beautiful, but the main attraction are the falls themselves. Thanks to the relatively short & easy hike, this is one of the most popular attractions along Bear Lake Corridor.
With 20/20 hindsight, we should've skipped this trailhead altogether. We hiked Bear/Nymph/Dream/Emerald Lakes in the morning, then headed back to the Park & Ride to grab our lunch, then back up to Glacier Gorge for this trail. It would've been nearly the same amount of hiking, and less time waiting in line for and riding on shuttles, had we just gone straight from the Bear Lake lot back toward Alberta Falls. Oh well, live and learn. Still a nice trail.
The one complaint I would have would be with the organization of the shuttle riders heading from Glacier Gorge back down toward Bierstadt Lake and the Park & Ride. There was no effort to keep a decent queue the way it was up at Bear Lake or at the Park & Ride. It was just a free-for-all, with the volunteer directing buses only saying "let people here first on first" but not actually doing anything to keep late-comers from getting on before people waiting longer.
I did the Glacier Gorge Trail up to Sky Pond. Breathtaking views! A couple of waterfalls and three crystal clear lakes. Great views of the valley, too. I almost turned back when I saw the bouldering section at Timberline Falls, but the view from Sky Pond is worth it. Just be careful if there is ice.
Only done this in the winter, but some excellent snowshoeing up all the trails on the junction. Alberta falls was completely frozen over, so no good view there, but the lakes above are still beautiful in the dead of winter!
One of our favorite hikes ever - specifically Mills Lake..! We started at 630a so parking was still available at the trailhead. Make sure you have a Park+ Reservation during peak season hours! Packed snow only just before both lakes but easily overcome without crampons - otherwise no issues.
weren’t able to do the Mills Lake trail, but we did some other trails and they are beautiful mix of different topography and falls. very beautiful with the snow on ground
a place to go on adventures, have contact with nature. beautiful landscapes, perfect to visit with the family
Location
Bear Lake Rd, Estes Park, CO 80517, United States
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