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Ice Lake Trailhead – Clear Creek Waterfall loop from Ice Lakes Trailhead Parking

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San Juan County

Ice Lake Trailhead – Clear Creek Waterfall loop from Ice Lakes Trailhead Parking

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Ice Lake Trailhead – Clear Creek Waterfall loop from Ice Lakes Trailhead Parking

04:03

10.0km

790m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

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San Juan National Forest

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Start point

Parking

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90 m

Ice Lake Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

Here starts the 3.79 miles long trail to the Ice Lakes. There are about 800 meters to overcome.

Tip by

1.02 km

Clear Creek Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Powerful waterfall, the trail leads right past it. Currently, the area is severely affected by avalanche damage.

Tip by

4.65 km

Island Lake Trail is steep and challenging, but rewards you with stunning views over the surrounding mountains. It will take you to majestic Island Lake where you can continue to Ice Lake or climbing up Ulysses S. Grant Peak.

Tip by

5.12 km

Island Lake

Highlight • Lake

Island lake is a cerulean-blue alpine lake nestled just north of Ice Lake below Grant Peak. This is one of the best views you will get in the Ice Lakes Basin.

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10.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.57 km

333 m

109 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.28 km

378 m

321 m

Elevation

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Sunday 17 May

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Ice Lake Trailhead – Clear Creek Waterfall loop from Ice Lakes Trailhead Parking

Ice Lake Trailhead

Clear Creek Waterfall

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