Chasm Lake, Colorado, United States

5Amanda 5:00 PM Sep 11, 2020

Worth the hike
We went on Sept 4th and it took us 6.5 hrs up and back. Took a while to get used to the altitude and we brought lots of water in our camelbacks. We were prepared for weather changing , however it was bright and sunny most of the day. The terrain change is exciting (including some waterfalls)... some large boulders at the end before you reach Chasm Lake. The quiet is extraordinary as well as the wind in the mountains. We loved this hike!

5Pat D 5:00 PM Oct 5, 2020

Top 5 hike in RMNP!
This is one of the best hikes in RMNP! The hike starts at the Long's Peak trailhead. Unless you arrive well before sunrise you will probably not get a parking space in the lot during the summer. Simply park along the road and walk uphill to the ranger station. The trail climbs steadily uphill and in the forest for the first 2.0 to 2.5 miles or so. Once you're out of the trees the trail opens up and enters the alpine zone. You still have another uphill mile or more until you reach Chasm Junction. The Boulder Field and Long's Peak trail heads right and Chasm Lake heads left. There is a privy there if needed. From here the trail is mostly flat as you follow a ridge that overlooks Peacock Pool and Columbine Falls. You cannot see Chasm Lake until you complete a relatively easy rock scramble to reach it. It’s a great and moderately challenging 9-mile hike with an elevation gain of about 2,600 feet. Have some clothing layers, water and calories in your backpack and enjoy the day.