Lake Estes

"👨‍🦽This hike is fully ADA accessible year round. They do a pretty good job of clearing it in the winter. If you're a real hiker and you're trying to get out into the wilderness, this is probably not the hike for you, but otherwise it's great. It's right next to the Estes Park Golf Course and there are frequent sightings of the whole elk herd, so that might be a reason you'd choose to go, even if you are an avid hiker. If you're not an avid hiker, this is the perfect way to get acclimated ot the mountains. The trail sits at just about 9000 feet. If you do the whole lake, there's probably a 200 foot elevation gain because there are some small hills. You'll get views of the Continental Divide, Estes Park, and the Stanley Hotel (where The Shining was made). There are amazing views. It's my favorite "in-town-beauty" hike so far."