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Middle Alta Lake Dam

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16.0 mi
Distance
8 hrs 22 min
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terrain
2,641 ft
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Overview

This is a difficult one way trail to Middle Alta Lake Dam in San Juan National Forest.

This trail goes by Ophir Pass, Alta Lakes Campground (Dispersed), and Alta Reservoir Number 3.

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