melissemarie1 has uploaded 10361 photos to Flickr. Trail on Cunningham Creek and Mountaineer Creek in Weminuche Contiguous Wilderness Study Area. Silverton, CO Intermediate. Don't Threaten. save hide report. It begins at Forest Road 589 - Cunningham G. Rd. 88% Upvoted. The trail from Highland Mary Lakes directly to the Verde Lakes gains about 600 feet and loses 200 feet in 1 mile one way. Most people visit it via Yankee Boy Basin, a busy and mine-cluttered Jeeping area on its east side. That should put us on the trail by 9:30 or so. Heâs yet to tip the scale with his dream catch of 100 pounds or more, but he knows those monsters are ⦠Trail Run Project is built by runners like you. Choices include an option to visit Whitehead Peak. Dogs are also able to use this trail. We were a bit concerned about being out in the open in the sometimes volatile spring weather (driving rain, wind, and lightning). Difficulty: Moderate on-trail hiking to the lakes⦠The Hike: The three lakes that make up the "Highland Mary" group are all above 12,000 feet, which is above tree line. The Highland Mary Trail connects to both the Whitehead Peak Trail #674 and the Continental Divide Trail. Plan to meet in Montrose at 7:30 then carpool to Cunningham Gulch trailhead 9 miles northeast of Silverton. Highland Mary Lake #1, where we camped for three nights. Other family members and associates include Tracey Potocki, Julie Bartlett, Heather Hall, Patricia Wootton and Tara Cartier. After hiking past the Highland Mary Lakes and climbing out of the basin, we crossed over the ridge to the Verde Lakes and setup camp on the southern end of the largest lake at around 12,200 feet. Like. Apr 28, 2013 - Highland Mary Lakes Trail north of Silverton, Colorado. Featured Routes. But, in my opinion, the most interesting part of the hike is the second half of the trail. Previously cities included Clifton NJ and Trenton NJ. Weather. 0 comments. Access #2: The Highland Mary Trail can also be reached via the Whitehead Peak Trail and the Continental Divide Trail. Threats ⦠hide. Silverton, CO 1 2.9 mi 4.7 km #2 Highland Mary Lakes Trail #606. Close ⢠Posted by 57 minutes ago. The Highland Mary Lakes are a group of seven above-timberline lakes on the northwestern side of the Weminuche Wilderness Area. This one has been on my to-do list for a couple of years now - so when it was posted as a day trip for Western Slope Adventurers on my last free Summer weekend, I jumped at the chance to do it! The true route then turns south to travel between three of the seven lakes, ending near Verde Lake at its convergence with Whitehead Trail #674, but off-trail exploration will allow you to dip your toes in each. Animas Lunch Report â 6/29/15 â Highland Maryâs Lakes. Unlike our 8/14 hike*, we'll do an up and back by Highland Mary Lakes, not a loop (as on the map). The Highland Mary Lakes are perhaps one of the most popular day-hike destinations in the area. PICS. Read Full Summary Fishing: The Highland Mary Lakes ⦠The high country still has some snow to deal with, but runoff is subsiding slowly but surley. 4. share. Highland Mary Trail . Log in or sign up to leave a comment log in sign up. Youâll quick gain 12,000 ft. and stay there for much of the 9-mile loop. Archived. Silverton, Colorado is an amazing area to hike in. Highland Mary Lakes September 14, 2016 Blue Lakes Trail Mount Sneffels is one of the Colorado's most stunning 14ers, rising like a jagged portrait of the Alps above Ouray in southwest Colorado. Highland Mary Lakes Trail. Get Here. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, racist or sexually-oriented language. Close. Backpack down Molas Trail to Elk Park and out to Highland Mary Lakes trailhead. View 7 Day Forecast on weather.gov. Highland Mary Lakes The Highland Mary’s Lake loop offers a rare view of the Grenadiers. Climbing a steep talus field, the trail wraps a rocky knob before treading east to the first of the Highland Mary Lakes. Andy made the trek up to Highland Maryâs Lakes this past weekendâ¦only to find them still mostly covered in ice and plenty of snow to trudge through. It is approximately 1.75 miles from the trailhead to the 3 main Highland Mary Lakes, and 3 miles to Verde Lakes. The road continues past a foot trail to Cunningham Pass, and forks shortly before ending. Blazing out from the trailhead, the Highland Mary Lakes Trail follows a curvaceous path along Cunningham Creek. Highland Mary Lakes Trail #606 is a 8 mile round trip hike. San Juan National Forest Wilderness page The fishing was not so great. Turning left, the climb strains towards treeline, garnering some 1,000 feet of elevation before soon settling again. Intermediate. Let's face it, there's a lot we can learn and share from one another like what bait or lure is generating the best results. After 0.4 miles, the trail reaches a junction with the Cunningham Gulch Trail #502. Beautiful Waterfalls Rocky Mountains Lakes Denver Colorado Trail Hiking Around The Worlds Mary. Maggie Casey Though daily traffic is not as heavy at Highland Maryâs as at Ice Lakes, there's a prolific number of locals who are familiar with the area. Keep it Clean. July and August are the best months to enjoy this h 28. From Highland Mary Trail to Ice Lake, there are so many different hiking options. PICS. This trail offers a more [â¦] The hike visits three of the seven Highland Mary Lakes as well as the Verde Lakes, all above 12,000-ft. Getting to the lakes basin requires a bit of effort. Check Reputation Score for Mary Lakes in Highland, CA - View Criminal & Court Records | Photos | Address, Emails & Phone Number | Personal Review | $50 - ⦠8/29. San Juans: descent from CDT to Highland Mary Lakes - felt like LOTR! 8.7 mi 14.0 km #1 Whitehead Trail #674. Highland Lakes in Alpine County, California, are at the end of a 5-mile road which veers off Highway 4 near the summer of Ebbetts Pass. Saved by Matthew Gooch. The tram from the upper level of the Highland Mary Mine can be seen above the site of the mill. FREE Background Report. Day 2: TBD â Move camp further up Elk Creek drainage, or below Kite Lake, exploring some of ⦠The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, Horseback Riding. Highland Lakes, Continental Divide Loop is a 18.7 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Silverton, Colorado that features a lake and is rated as moderate. save. Please refer to the descriptions of these trails. Still, that shouldn't deter you from a visit. Attractions & Considerations : The Highland Mary area is a beautiful, high-altitude, subalpine basin that is, for the most part, free of trees. Get hooked on fishing the Highland Lakes Fishing expert Clancy Terrill with his boat on Lake Buchanan, his favorite of the Highland Lakes for reeling in big blue catfish. 8/29. Highland Mary Lakes â CDT Loop Featured Route 7.3mi. Highland Mary Lakes - Silverton A little over a month ago I hiked Highland Mary Lakes - a gorgeous hike southeast of Silverton. Day 1: Run shuttle to Highland Mary Lake, then backpack down Molas Trail, then 2-4 miles up Elk Creek where we will set up camp. Other options are to hike beyond the Verde Lakes to the Lost Lake overlook, which will also add about a mile to your trip. After 2.6 miles, the trail reaches a junction with the Continental Divide Trail. Snowmelt rages down from the high peaks, filling its banks and yielding vivid fields of blossoming wildflowers. Trail ⦠Marketing the Highland Lakes Area of the Texas Hill Country 4601 Innovation Loop Marble Falls, Texas 78654 (830) 693-5787 Do not camp on the lake shore. and ends at Forest Trail 674 - Whitehead Trail. Trails in Highland Mary Lakes - 4. Summary: Erickson Gutjahr is 53 years old and was born on 10/01/1967. San Juans: descent from CDT to Highland Mary Lakes - felt like LOTR! Explore melissemarie1's photos on Flickr. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from April until September. Although the mostly dirt road deters some travelers, it can be negotiated by 2-wheel drive vehicles by mid-summer when a small stream crossing has become little more than a puddle. Alpine lakes never cease to amaze me. Those embarking on the loop with the Continental Divide Trail will complete 7.5 miles in total. About Fishing Reports for Highland Mary Lakes near Telluride A detailed fishing report for the Highland Mary Lakes will make the difference between a good fishing here and a bad one. From the start, the Highland Mary Lakes Trail #606 follows a curvaceous path along Cunningham Creek. Add Your Trails. This trail passes by the two largest Highland Mary Lakes as well as the nearby Verde Lakes. Located 39 miles north-northeast of Durango Colorado. Easily accessible from the Cunningham Gulch road by most high clearance vehicles, this backcountry trail into the Weminuche Wilderness offers astounding high country views. Water availability is not a problem, but all water used in this area should be filtered, due to Giardia. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. The Highland Mary Lakes trail is an exception, providing day hikers quick access to this alpine wonderland. share. 2 comments. Verde lake off the Highland Mary trail. The Highland Mary Lakes trail is 4.0 miles long. Posted by 2 years ago. 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