Mills Lake Trail
Rocky Mountain National Park • Estes Park, Colorado
moderateout and back
5.3
Miles
750
Elevation Gain (ft)
3
Hours
9,940
High Point (ft)
Trail Description
Starts at Glacier Gorge Trailhead and climbs past Alberta Falls into the dramatic Glacier Gorge to Mills Lake, with direct views up to the Keyboard of the Winds and Longs Peak. The trailhead is also the start for Loch Vale and Sky Pond on longer days.
Trail Highlights
Alberta Falls along the route
Direct Longs Peak views from the lake
Glacier Gorge geology
Gateway to Loch Vale + Sky Pond
Best Seasons
☀️summer
🍂fall
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Trail Information
County:Larimer
Nearest City:Estes Park
Parking Pass:National Park Pass
Dog-Friendly:No
Kid-Friendly:No
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