The Monarch Lake Loop Trail offers a hike that is perfect for the entire family, from little kids to older, more experienced hikers. The trail is a four-mile-long loop that will take you through some of the area’s most beautiful creeks, forests, and lake shores. The lake itself is a popular local attraction and gives visitors the opportunity to go kayaking, canoeing, or fishing, in addition to exploring the Indian Peaks Wilderness area. The trail, which is classified as easy, will take approximately two to three hours to complete the four mile loop in its entirety. Note that pets are allowed as long as they are on a leash.

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