Alta Lakes

Alta Lakes is a a serie of three lakes at an elevation of 3.484m (11,430ft) above the sea level, located in San Miguel County, Colorado, United States. This is a long and bumpy trail, but the scenery is worth the trip.

Alta Lakes

The road to the lakes is gravel and rocky. It’s called 649 Road. It’s impassable in winters. Avoid driving in this area if unpaved mountain roads aren't your strong point. 4x4 vehicles required. You'll find a lot of traffic on this trail but the short trip is worth it.
Pic: TS Whit