For those looking for a day trip to Estes Park or Rocky Mountain National Park ⦠Gem Lake Trail, one of Rocky Mountain National Parkâs most popular hikes, is a 3.5-mile, out-and-back hike that begins north of Estes Park. After relaxing at the lake we decided to climb to the highest rocks that surround the lake. This unique trail has you hiking through lumps of rocks, beautiful aspen trees and has great views into Estes Park. In just 1.65 miles this trail ascends almost 1,000 feet in elevation, aided sometimes by 1-foot-tall stone steps along the way, earning the intrepid hiker spectacular views of Estes Park and the sheer granite cliffs that encircle Gem Lake. If youâre looking to explore without paying the $20/car (possibly increasing soon) for a day pass, you can hike Gem Lake and Lumpy Ridge for free. This hike offers a close up view of Carson Peak, access to Agnew and Gem Lake, and give you a sneak peek of the high Sierras. The way up to Gem is long (we ended up clocking 10.3 miles round-trip) but not arduous. The location of Gem Lake Trail is a beautiful and easily accessible spot in Glen Haven, Colorado. Hike is moderate with a 1033 foot elevation gain. After a short, easy hike thru Strubskardelva valley, youâll arrive to a blue mirror reflecting rocky mountains of ⦠There is a large sandy side of the lake that allows for easy access to the lake. We really enjoyed the rugged trail, the rock formations and of course Gem Lake. Although the round-trip mileage from Lumpy Ridge Trailhead to Gem Lake and back might not shock your weekend warrior friends, the elevation gain might. This route, which climbs from Gem Lake to join the Standard Route a bit southeast of East Trapper, is the nicest ascent Iâve found (so far) and I rate it 10/10. Gem Lake Early fall and overcast/drizzly skies, we left Seattle around 7:30 and were able to hit the trailhead around 8:30, so it wasn't too busy for most of the hike up. 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