Located in the surrounding area of Telluride.
Trout Lake offers great places to fish, kayak, canoe, and SUP in the summertime. Just up a few miles from the lake is the trailhead for one of the region’s most-stunning summer hikes, Hope Lake. Combine a hike and a water activity for the perfect adventure paradise day trip!
When the weather turns snowy, the Telluride Nordic Association grooms trails perfect for cross-country skiing, skate skiing and snowshoeing. The trailhead begins at the Historic Trestle on the southwest side of the lake. The trail follows the old Railroad grade making a small loop near Lizard Head Pass and returns back to the trailhead. The trail is considered intermediate, is pet-friendly and is approximately five miles round-trip.