📜 Permanent snowfield and alpine lake near Idaho Springs, Colorado.
🔍 Popular hiking destination, not a true glacier despite its name.
🚶 Easy to moderate hike to a beautiful snowfield and lake
❄️ Experience snow year-round
🦌 Opportunity to see wildlife like moose
🏞️ Panoramic mountain views
⚠️ Can be crowded, especially on weekends
🥾 Trail can be muddy, icy, or snowy depending on season
🐻❄️ Moose can be violent if approached
🅿️ Parking fee ($20 cash/app) for upper lot, arrive early.
🥾 Wear sturdy hiking boots; microspikes recommended in winter/early spring.
⬆️ High altitude (10,500+ feet), stay hydrated.
💰 $20 fee (cash or app) for upper trailhead lot.
Free lower lot requires longer walk.
Available in the paid parking lot.
Allowed on-leash.
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