Gorge Lakes

Some of these lakes are visible from the Rock Cut parking lot on Trail Ridge Road. Some trail guides suggest starting there. I started at Milner Pass. After two attempts at reaching all these lakes, it seems Highest, Azure, and Inkwell Lakes are out of my range.

TrailheadMilner Pass
Starting Elevation10,747′ (3,276 m)
Ending ElevationVaries
Round Trip DistanceVaries
Route DescriptionAt Milner Pass, take the Mt. Ida trail to the ridge at about 12,400′ (3,780 m) elevation, then head northeast along the ridge. At the end of the ridge circle to the right and down to “Amour Lake” and Arrowhead Lake. From there, you’re on your own.
Blog EntriesSeptember 2013, August 2018