American Lake Trail

Category: Hiking area in Aspen, Colorado

Address: 10081 Castle Creek Rd, Aspen, CO 81611, USA

Opening hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Reviews

Antonio Gonzalez

Jun 19, 2021

Amazing wildflowers the first 1-2 miles. Really step. Easy to follow. Beautiful green lake and the surrounding mountains. People fishing. Dogs swimming. First part full of aspens, then huge firs.

Michael Klemm

Oct 19, 2020

Incredible half-day hike. Pretty challenging first mile but incredible payoff at the top.

Shikha Bhan

Oct 3, 2020

This is definitely a challenging trail for the first 1.5 miles which are straight up. After that, it is more manageable. The lake is bright green and so worth the effort to get there!

Jimmy Jr

Sep 24, 2020

Great hike with some difficulties. I do not understand why some people on the trail were rude but.. it was an adventure

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Questions & Answers

Can you camp on the lake?

Rudy Villicana | Jul 27, 2020
Stacy Moore | Jul 28, 2020

Backcountry Camping Dispersed backcountry camping is permitted in the Maroon Bells - Snowmass Wilderness. Self-registration permits are available at each trailhead and/or Wilderness Boundary. There is no fee or limit to the number of permits issued. Backpackers must carry a completed registration form with them for the duration of the trip. Camping is prohibited within 100' of any lake or stream. Group size is limited to 10 individuals (or 15 with people + stock). Campfires are permitted in the Maroon Bells - Snowmass Wilderness, with potential seasonal restrictions. Campfires are not permitted above or within .25 miles (440 yards) of treeline, or within 100' of any lake or stream. Location-specific restrictions may also apply. Contact the Aspen Ranger District (970.925.3445) for the latest weather, trail conditions and trail-specific guidelines when planning your trip.

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