Bierstadt Lake Winter Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park

Hiked on December 26, 2022. After several days of wind and zero-degree temperatures, it was finally tolerable to get outside and hike! The higher elevations were still pretty windy, so we decided to stay low and hike Bierstadt Lake. This is an excellent hike in the morning since the ridge faces south with great exposure. You will climb about 600 feet in elevation in about one mile before entering the woods at the top of the ridge. From there, it's just a short walk over to Bierstadt Lake. We like the far east side of the lake, which provides the most amazing views of the divide, Ottis, Hallett, and Flattop. It was a great hike in Rocky Mountain National Park!

[@nicksangetta8874]

Another great video!

[@travelfamilyadventures]

Thanks for all of your support, Nick!

[@laurenbouchie2394]

We have done this hike, I love the forrest in that area they are magical! Beautiful hike!

[@travelfamilyadventures]

It sure is! I love that forest in all seasons. Its a special place for sure.

[@awitnessuntoallnations]

Always a great day when you can get out for a hike! This one looked like a lot of fun! Thank you for sharing the beauty of the park this time of year, as well as, your commentary along the way. Enjoyed the photos at the end too. Great job! Glad we found your channel! 👍

[@travelfamilyadventures]

Thank you so much for your comments. We love to hike. The channel is a work in progress but we are happy you enjoyed the content. Lots more to come 😁

[@robertthieling4708]

Fun video you guys and girls❣️One of the few on the Bear Lake corridor I have yet to tackle. Next year-have a Happy New Year ❤️

[@travelfamilyadventures]

This is a great sunrise hike. The ridge faces the south with perfect sunrise views to the east which lights up the continental divide to the west. Great view of Longs Peak,, Thatchtop, McHenry, Ottis, Hallett, and Flattop. Quick and easy 3 miler round trip.

[@kazuma_takano]

Happy new year 2023 ! Great camera work and beautiful nature! May the New Year bring only good things to you.

[@travelfamilyadventures]

Happy new year to you! Thanks for watching.

[@wellsonwheels457]

That looks fun! How do you know the ice is safe? Any tips?? Awe! Love the bird 🐦

[@travelfamilyadventures]

Great question. It’s so important to always think safety first out there. We know RMNP well. It’s important to know when the freeze starts and what the average temperature has been for the last month. Be safe 😃