Spanning 3.3 miles, the Columbine Lake Trail is one of the best ways to see what the alpine backcountry has to offer. The trail is accessible year round, though snowshoes are necessary in the winter, but is a strenuous climb even during the spring. You’ll gain 1,000 feet of elevation in no time, and though it may be tiring, the view of the heavily wooded surroundings and mountain peaks make it completely worth it. Some of the animals you may come across include beer and deer while anglers will come across brook trout and several other species of fish at Columbine Lake.
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