Uneva Peak Colorado

Eagles Nest Wilderness

Winter Climb up to Hanging Lake

The Hanging Lake trailhead originates in Glenwood Canyon close to the Colorado River and climbs through Dead Horse Canyon. It has become very popular and you can expect to share the trail with a variety of friendly people along the way.

I have hiked up to this very popular local lake many times but I have always wanted to go up in the winter. While it is not an extreme hike, it definitiely should still be respected, especially in the winter. The trails are still snow packed, the rocks are icy and steep enough to challenge your footing.

The steep canyon walls were laden with snow, which we were reminded of when we heard the tremendous roar of snow crashing close by. This is also the time of year when the warmer weather creates loose rocks that can tumble down the slopes.

The destination is a crystal clear turquoise lake that hangs below multiple water falls.

Eric and I do our "signature pose" at Spouting Falls is only a short climb above the hanging lake.

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