Experience the Emerald and Dream Lake Trail without Crowds

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@somedayistodayrv 6 ай бұрын

Just wonderful. Thanks for sharing the adventure out there!

@megintheforestoutdoors 5 ай бұрын

Of course! Glad you enjoyed it!

@somedayistodayrv 5 ай бұрын

You are welcome.

@jouayang5849 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! This was helpful. I’ll be there Monday June 11, you say be there around 4:30am? Would there be any snow left on some trails? Also, how chilly does it get early June? TIA 😊

@megintheforestoutdoors 5 ай бұрын

Yes! You will want to arrive a bit before the timed entry starts since the lot will be almost full around 5 am (it's the most popular trailhead in the park). I can't predict the weather, but in general, the trail SHOULD be mostly snow-free by then (you may have patches of slushy snow, which will be a little firmer and easier to walk through early in the morning) but you shouldn't need snowshoes. Waterproof footwear would be helpful if there's patchy snow. In terms of the chill factor, I always bring a fleece layer, beanie, wind/lightweight rain layer, and liner gloves when I hike in the mountains - even in summer. That way you'll be prepared for any conditions. Typically, it's pretty chilly in the mornings, but once the sun hits the trails, it warms up quickly. Layers let you adapt to the changing conditions. Weather.gov is a great resource for getting accurate, hourly weather. You can type Emerald Lake right into the search bar and get an hourly graph that's helpful for planning. AllTrails is regularly updated for this trail, so you'll also get accurate snow info too! I'd start looking a week before your trip and continue to check conditions up until the night before. Hope that helps and have fun!

@littlemoo52 2 ай бұрын

Do rangers check the permit at the parking lots? I am staying inside the park (cabins road) just south of Moraine park so I will be beyond the entrance gate. Would like to hike and fish some of the glacial lakes.

@megintheforestoutdoors 2 ай бұрын

Rangers will not let you in if you don't have timed entry during the required hours. There is a manned station at the start of the road. If you plan on fishing, you are required to have a Colorado Fishing License. There are a LOT of rules and regulations, including unfishable lakes. www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/fishing.htm