In mid-October, 2020, Ice Fire ripped through the bottom portion of the Ice Lake Trail, as well as areas east of the trail. Learn More
Ice Lake Basin is an iconic high-alpine basin in the San Juan National Forest containing a series of turquoise blue lakes nestled beneath 13,000 foot peaks. Ice Lakes Basin is known as one of the top alpine lake hiking destinations in all of Colorado, where hardy hikers are treated to waterfalls, wildflowers, open meadows, beautiful rock formations, alpine tundra and, of course, spectacular snow-fed lakes.
- Trail Information: Trail descriptions, statistics, and more
- Trip Planning: Trail tips, safety information, availability of nearby camping and service
- Maps and Guidebooks: Shop Ice Lake maps and books at our online store