Hanging Lake

About this spectacle

Hanging Lake is a stunning turquoise gem perched high above Glenwood Canyon in Colorado, formed by a rare geological fault that caused the lake bed to remain while the surrounding terrain dropped away. Visitors who make the steep trail climb are rewarded with impossibly clear, mineral-rich waters reflecting vivid greens and blues, fed by cascading waterfalls spilling over travertine ledges draped in lush hanging gardens of moss and fern. The boardwalk surrounding the lake keeps feet dry while offering close-up views of Bridal Veil Falls tumbling directly into the lake. The surrounding canyon walls tower overhead, creating an enclosed, cathedral-like atmosphere. Birdsong echoes off the rock walls, and the sound of rushing water is constant. Wildlife including dippers and trout can often be spotted in the crystal-clear shallows.

When to go

Apr — Oct, peak May — Sep

Getting there

Nearest airport: EGE. Nearest city: Glenwood Springs.

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