GLENWOOD CANYON — The 1.2-mile climb to Hanging Lake, with its steep, rocky ascent, is breathtaking because of its 1,000-foot elevation gain. But the payoff at the top, where waterfalls spill into the ...

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People hiking in Colorado's Glenwood Canyon will have limited accessibility to some trails, which will be closed throughout the summer and fall as crews begin reconstruction. Several trails were ...

As tourist season heats up, you might be wondering if you can visit Hanging Lake, one of Colorado’s most iconic and popular natural wonders, which has frequently been closed in recent years. The ...

The iconic Hanging Lake Trail will receive a significant transformation this summer. A $4.5 million project set to begin Friday will kick off to rebuild and fortify the trail against the effects of ...

UPDATE (10:30 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 20): White River National Forest crews flew over Hanging Lake again on Wednesday night to take more photos of the area. “We know the fire burned through some of the ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. For hikers who live for a fantastic reward at the end of a challenging trail, Hanging Lake is a swoon-worthy destination in Glenwood Canyon, ...

The Hanging Lake Rest Area in Glenwood Canyon is an increasingly popular place, so much so that concerns about the area are prompting a public meeting on Tuesday. Stakeholders and officials have met ...

For the most picture-perfect trip to Colorado, visit one of the state's numerous pristine lakes with clear water. Here are ...

Hanging Lake is managed by the U.S. Forest Service and the Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District. Aaron Mayville, deputy district ranger, said they estimate more than 140,000 people hiked the trail this ...