Hanging Lake Trail reopens after rangers shut down trail
Great news for hikers! One of Colorado's most famous and popular hiking trails has reopened.
The massive spring runoff made it unsafe to hike. So, the Forest Service rangers were forced to shut it down for a few weeks to keep people safe from the runoff.
Rangers are advising hikers to be alert for falling rocks and debris along the trail. Hikers are also alerted to stay out of the water.
The trail and those bridges suffered significant damage following the 2021 debris flows in Glenwood Canyon after the Grizzly Creek Fire the year before.
A temporary trail opened in 2022 but more extensive repairs are needed for long-term stability, according to the Forest Service.
The Hanging Lake Trail leads to a picturesque aquamarine lake.
The latest information will be posted at www.fs.usda.gov/whiteriver. Reservations are required to hike Hanging Lake and are available at www.visitglenwood.com.
