This trail on the west side of the park begins off Highway 34 in the Kawuneeche Valley, north of Timber Creek Campground. It is a strenuous 4.8 mile hike up to Timber Lake. Timber Creek and Timber Lake offer catch-and-release fishing. Before fishing, check with the Park Service for license requirements, size and possession limits and other regulations.
Directions from Grand Lake: Travel north on Hwy 34 through the Grand Lake Entrance Station. Contiue about 2 miles north of the Timber Creek Campground to the Timber Creek Trailhead on the east side of the highway.
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Recreation Opportunities
Activity
Remarks
On Site
Fishing
Timber Creek and Timber Lake offer catch-and-release fishing.
Yes
Hiking & Walking
Timber Lake Trail
Yes
Related Activities
Timber Creek Campground - Closer than the eastside campgrounds to the amazing Trail Ridge hikes, this site is definitely the gems of the west side.
Timber Lake Picnic Ground - The Timber Lake Picnic Ground is located at the Timber Lake Trailhead, just off Highway 34, on the west side of the park. It has eight sites.
Trail Ridge Road - Spectacular views can be expected from the highest (12,183 ft) continuous paved highway in the Unites States. Eleven miles of the road are above tree line in the alpine tundra.
More Information
Visitor Information:
Headquarters: Rocky Mountain National Park, 1000 Highway 36
, Estes Park, CO, 80517-8397, Phone: 970-586-1206, Fax: 970-586-1256, TTY: 970-586-1319
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