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Gem Lake

based on 24 tracks & routes #58 hike out of 250 in
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5.1 mi
Distance
2 hrs 33 min
Time
terrain
1,037 ft
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Overview

This is a moderate out and back trail to Gem Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park.

This trail goes by Gem Lake Trailhead.

This is an alternate route for Balanced Rock Loop via Gem Lake Trail.


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