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Experience Twin Lakes, Colorado

Outdoor Adventures in the Rocky Mountains

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Experience Twin Lakes, Colorado

Outdoor Adventures in the Rocky Mountains

Hey, I'm Gretchen

My family and I have spent the past 20 years roaming across central Colorado, and we fell madly in love with the beautiful mountains in Twin Lakes. From backpacking, peak bagging, trail running, mountain biking, paddling, fishing and more, you can do it all from the home base of the Wolf Den.

In this blog, you’ll learn how to make the most of your vacation. We share our favorite Twin Lakes and Leadville destinations, restaurants, activities and more. Don’t see what you’re seeking here? Drop Gretchen an email and let’s start planning!

We’ve spent the past 20 years roaming across central Colorado, and fell madly in love with the beautiful mountains in Twin Lakes. From backpacking, peak bagging, trail running, mountain biking, paddling, fishing and more, you can do it all from the home base of the Wolf Den.

In this blog, you’ll learn how to make the most of your vacation. We share our favorite Twin Lakes and Leadville destinations, restaurants, activities and more. Don’t see what you’re seeking here? Drop Gretchen an email and let’s start planning!

About Twin Lakes

Twin Lakes is a historic Colorado mountain town that served as a corridor between Leadville and Aspen during the area’s mining boom starting in the mid 1860s. Named for the shimmering lakes that expand across the valley, this small town serves up a treasure of beauty and alpine adventure.

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Gretchen’s Favorite Trails to Hike in Twin Lakes

1. Interlaken Trail

This classic Twin Lakes hike remains a favorite — despite its popularity — because it is incredibly family friendly and suitable for all skill levels.

2. Lily Pond Lake

Enjoy attainable challenge at this 5-mile out-and-back trail that winds below the (sometimes busy) Mt. Elbert Trailhead.

3. Hope Pass via Willis Gulch Trail

Not quite ready for a 14er, but want to feel extra accomplished? This 9-mile alpine route takes you to the top of Hope Pass with views aplenty.

4. Lost Man Pass

Though it requires driving across Independence Pass, this scenic route rewards hikers with a peek-a-boo glimpse of Lost Man Lake at its highest point.

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Still riding a happiness wave after Zen at the Den Winter Edition — a Yoga and Ski Retreat in Twin Lakes, Colorado. We yoga’ed, we skied, we relaxed … and, wow, we made connections that brought immense joy! From our Sacred S’mores circle to skiing some of the ladies first black diamond @skicooper, we hit all the winter highlights and then some! Ready to (re)treat yourself? Sign up for our email list (in profile) and get notified when our September yoga + hiking retreat registration launches later this month!
Winter hibernation in Twin Lakes 💛 by @carterrose
One of my favorite memories in Twin Lakes was pre @wolfdencolorado … my family loved staying at Starvue (owned by @twinlakesstore!) Our son took some of his first steps at Bob’s lovely house. Babies in snow suits always get me! 😍
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