Summit Lake

Lake Idaho Springs, Colorado, United States

What to expect

Summit Lake Park is a 160-acre park located in the alpine zone, and it is the highest city park in the United States. The park features a high alpine cirque, a tarn lake, and alpine tundra wildflowers. It is also home to mountain goats and is the headwaters of the Bear Creek drainage. Visitors can enjoy hiking trails, including a 0.25-mile walk to the Chicago Lakes Overlook, and take in the stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The park's unique location and features make it an ideal destination for families and nature lovers

Plan your family visit to the Summit Lake with these blog insights 👇

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Driving Up Mount Blue Sky and the Incredible Stops

Driving Up Mount Blue Sky and the Incredible Stops
This family's experience:

Activities: We stopped at Summit Lake and saw mountain goats, a lake, views, and short hikes

Highlights: Summit Lake was probably the prettiest, in my opinion ✨