Cathedral Lake Trail

White River National Forest • Aspen, Colorado

hardout and back

5.4

Miles

2,060

Elevation Gain (ft)

Hours

11,866

High Point (ft)

Trail Description

A steep climb through Pine Creek canyon to a gorgeous alpine lake at nearly 12,000 feet in the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness. Forests give way to meadows and wildflowers before reaching the dramatic lake basin below Electric Pass.

Trail Highlights

Alpine lake at 11,866 feet

Electric Pass views

Wildflower meadows

Dramatic canyon scenery

Best Seasons

☀️summer

🍂fall

Trail Information

County:Pitkin

Nearest City:Aspen

Parking Pass:Wilderness Permit Required

Dog-Friendly:No

Kid-Friendly:No

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