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Grand Lake – East Inlet Trailhead loop from Grand Lake

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Grand Lake – East Inlet Trailhead loop from Grand Lake

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Grand Lake – East Inlet Trailhead loop from Grand Lake

01:09

4.24km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 27, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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16 m

Grand Lake

Highlight • Lake

Grand Lake it is both one of the largest lakes in the Rocky Mountains, but also a small tourist resort town surrounded by nature and a stone's throw from the many outdoor activities that this part of Colorado offers.

Tip by

34 m

East Inlet Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

This trailhead starts your trek towards some beautiful views at Adams Falls, Lone Pine Lake, Lake Verna, and Spirit Lake.

Tip by

557 m

Adams Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Very close to Grand Lake and at the very beginning of the East Inlet trail that leads to Spirit Lake, you find this superb waterfall full of strength.

Tip by

2.19 km

East Meadow Overlook

Viewpoint

3.94 km

East Inlet Trail

Highlight • Trail

4.24 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.09 km

137 m

Surfaces

4.09 km

137 m

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Highest point (2,610 m)

Lowest point (2,560 m)

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Tuesday 28 July

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Grand Lake – East Inlet Trailhead loop from Grand Lake

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East Inlet Trail

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