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Blue Heron Lake – Least Tern Pond loop from Grand Junction

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Blue Heron Lake – Least Tern Pond loop from Grand Junction

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Blue Heron Lake – Least Tern Pond loop from Grand Junction

01:23

12.6km

60m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 19, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.76 km

Beach

4.22 km

Blue Heron Lake

Highlight • Lake

The lake boasts a nice trail that encircles it between the Colorado River. It derives its name from the Blue Heron birds that frequent this area due to the shallow shores in the area.

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4.72 km

Least Tern Pond

Highlight • Lake

This pond is nestled into some trees and along a winding path. In the fall you can enjoy all the leaves changing colors, with the pond freezing in the winter. …

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8.75 km

Connected Lakes Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Connected Lakes Trail offers a flat path that almost anyone can enjoy. It's nice to be surrounded by water and have tree covered trails to partially escape the sun.

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12.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.25 km

3.15 km

1.26 km

851 m

743 m

351 m

Surfaces

10.4 km

1.14 km

578 m

300 m

113 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Sunday 24 May

29°C

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25 %

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Blue Heron Lake – Least Tern Pond loop from Grand Junction

Blue Heron Lake

Least Tern Pond

Connected Lakes Trail

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