Blue Lakes Trail Colorado Guide - CLASSIC Colorado Hikes

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  • Опубліковано 15 жов 2023
  • The Blue Lakes trail in the San Juan Mountains of Southern Colorado is one of the best Colorado has to offer and can be done in a day hike or short backpacking trip.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 31

  • @TheVirtualSherpa
    @TheVirtualSherpa  8 місяців тому +2

    Read a guide on one of the best hikes in Colorado here: www.thevirtualsherpa.com/blue-lakes-trail-colorado-hike-guide/

  • @make725daily1
    @make725daily1 8 місяців тому +2

    This video is a hidden gem I've been looking for! Subscribed, and I'm inspired already! -- "Triumph is born from dedication and unwavering commitment.."

  • @ritzbitz1905
    @ritzbitz1905 8 місяців тому

    I’m not a native, but I discovered this place a few years ago when we were on a young men’s camp ⛺️ to hike Sneffels and surrounding areas. Absolutely one of my favorite parts of Colorado.

  • @davidmbjork
    @davidmbjork День тому

    Thanks!

  • @2arizona1990
    @2arizona1990 8 місяців тому

    Thank you for the treat! I'm a Colorado native and I never knew about the Blue Lakes area. Another great reason to visit the San Juans. 🙂

  • @texicon
    @texicon 8 місяців тому

    That’s it, now I am taking my girlfriend and my dog to blue Lakes Trail. Thank you!!!
    Hi Jackie!!!

    • @TheVirtualSherpa
      @TheVirtualSherpa  8 місяців тому

      Do it soon as reservations are going to be implemented next year most likely.

  • @mountaintrailventures
    @mountaintrailventures 8 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful as always. Great job!

  • @Hart422
    @Hart422 8 місяців тому

    BEAUTIFUL! Thanks for sharing. Love the family shots 😍

  • @tangenttrails
    @tangenttrails 8 місяців тому

    Thanks for showing us the trail. I’m never disappointed by the San Juans.✌️

    • @TheVirtualSherpa
      @TheVirtualSherpa  8 місяців тому +1

      My favorite place in the state, every time I have to leave I always get a little sad, so much beauty down there.

  • @ferkdizzle
    @ferkdizzle 8 місяців тому

    I did this a few days after Bierdstat over the summer. It’s like you are recreating my Summer itinerary!

  • @rawveganfoodforthought2333
    @rawveganfoodforthought2333 8 місяців тому

    (I love the hike videos you do without drones). Thanks for the videos!

  • @darshilshah2728
    @darshilshah2728 8 місяців тому

    Amazing channel. Keep up the good work, I am not a seasoned hiker but planning to do some winter CO hikes this time.

  • @stevewright2241
    @stevewright2241 8 місяців тому

    That is a nice hike. I backpack so that is an I’d like to look into

    • @TheVirtualSherpa
      @TheVirtualSherpa  8 місяців тому +2

      Full guide that talks about camping here: www.thevirtualsherpa.com/blue-lakes-trail-colorado-hike-guide/

  • @Lisasmith-hj7mi
    @Lisasmith-hj7mi 8 місяців тому

    another great video!! The whole time I was hoping you would point out which peak was Sneffels. Cant wait to make it to the San Juans eventually.

    • @TheVirtualSherpa
      @TheVirtualSherpa  8 місяців тому

      Good call, def should have. 2:13, 2:25 show it - but not really possible to see the true summit from the upper lakes.

  • @Zoomdak
    @Zoomdak 8 місяців тому

    Looks like a gorgeous hike! What was one of your favorite parts of this hike?

    • @TheVirtualSherpa
      @TheVirtualSherpa  8 місяців тому

      Lower lake because of the color and then the backdrop of the hike up to the upper lakes

  • @brandonwhite6421
    @brandonwhite6421 8 місяців тому

    I really need to make a point of getting into the San Juans more. Looks epic.
    Do you happen to know the name of that ridgeline up there? Looks like a fun one.

    • @TheVirtualSherpa
      @TheVirtualSherpa  8 місяців тому

      100% - Above the lakes, I am not sure if there is one that goes. Dallas Peak is up there somewhere but I don't believe you traverse that ridge to summit (typically).

  • @ericjenkins2737
    @ericjenkins2737 8 місяців тому

    I’ve done this 3x and it’s always nice but especially beautiful when there’s more snow. Do you have a Columbine Lake video? That’s my fave.

    • @TheVirtualSherpa
      @TheVirtualSherpa  8 місяців тому

      Its funny you ask because that was the plan on this day until the winds were forecasted to be so high. Our gamble paid off since most of this one was protected by the surrounding mountains. Need to get back down there soon to hike that though.

  • @eddy0083
    @eddy0083 8 місяців тому

    You posted this just in time, it looks like the blue lakes may get a permit/reservation system next year.

    • @TheVirtualSherpa
      @TheVirtualSherpa  8 місяців тому

      Was just reading through that 150+ page document. Looks like you are right, seems to be the way of the world these days.

  • @troynicholson6098
    @troynicholson6098 27 днів тому

    Hello, do you have any suggestions for places to go where there aren't a lot of people? I'm got selected for my first hunt in the area and was considering hunting near this, but it seems to be a very popular hike and area. I'd like to not endanger anyone. Thank you! Beautiful video.

    • @TheVirtualSherpa
      @TheVirtualSherpa  27 днів тому

      Hey Troy, I am not a hunter so can't provide a ton of help with your question but can verify this area is extremely popular. There is now a permit system to hike this one unfortunately .

  • @JeffParkerColorado
    @JeffParkerColorado 6 місяців тому

    Hey hit me up. I am in Parker, Colorado, would love to hook up with you and do some trails.

  • @JeffParkerColorado
    @JeffParkerColorado 6 місяців тому

    Hey hit me up. I am in Parker, would love to hook up with you and do some trails.