Chasm Lake | Rocky Mountain National Park

Hiking to Chasm Lake on November 12, 2023. This lake sits below the east face of Longs Peak and has some amazing views. I didn't leave the trailhead until noon, but I'd recommend leaving earlier in the morning. Less chance of getting caught in afternoon storms and the lighting is better.
Directions to Trailhead:
Park at the Longs Peak Trailhead located south of Estes Park off Peak to Peak Highway (Hwy 7). You can also take the North Longs Peak trail starting at the Glacier Gorge Trailhead, this will add some distance over the east trail.
Round Trip Distance: 8.4 miles (13.5km) round trip from trailhead.
Elevation Gain: 2,390 feet (728m)
Conditions:
Partly cloudy, starting temperature around 45 degrees colder near Chasm Lake.
Camera equipment used:
GoPro HERO8 Black (4K30 Wide FOV)
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
uppbeat.io/t/volo/with-the-winds
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[@marielsdaylife6330]

Hello Austin thank you sharing your wonderful journey can't wait for more

[@AustinsADV]

Thanks for the kind words, happy that you enjoyed it. More snowy videos on the way!

[@hmongCAM]

Such beautiful view Ali g with the snow. You packed some great snacks along - great idea. Nice hiking.

[@AustinsADV]

Thank you!

[@SandVan]

Beautiful video loved it 😍

[@AustinsADV]

Thanks so much 😀

[@thevigarfeeling]

The snow is back 🙌🥶 another Great video and hike. Me and Mike find it so cute how everything has like a fairy tale name “peacock pool” etc Love a good pair of crampons 😊 you are brave walking across the lake !! Another brilliant video Austin

[@AustinsADV]

Thanks Chelsea & Mike! They have some fun names 😂. I saw some people walk across the lake, but I’m not taking any chances. I’ll go back later in the winter when the ice is thick and check out the other side of the lake. Have a great week!

[@gabicerrahikes]

Great video austin!!

[@AustinsADV]

Thanks Gabi!

[@rugged9769]

I did this hike in Feb a couple of years ago. Had the lake to myself and walked on the lake all the way to the base of the Diamond. Hearing the cascading echo of my spikes hitting the ice surface off the surrounding cliff walls was simply magical

[@AustinsADV]

That sounds awesome!

[@atravelpath]

It's that time of year! Good call on the "frozen" lake, it doesn't look like there would be much help nearby if it cracked!

[@AustinsADV]

Yeah, now I have an excuse to go back up there later this winter 😂