Planning one last trip to close out the summer? Try out some of our favorite hikes in the area to finish out the season. With varying difficulty levels, there's something for everyone here. If hiking isn't your thing, no problem! Check out our area guide for our top recommendations for acitivities, dining and more!
Boulder Lake
5.5 miles roundtrip | 1,469 ft elevation gain
If you're looking for a moderate to challenging trail that rewards your effort with a quiet alpine lake tucked deep in the mountains, the Boulder Lake Trail is a must-do in Summit County. Less crowded than many of the region’s more popular hikes, this out-and-back adventure winds through dense forest and wildflower-filled meadows before opening up to the stunning Boulder Lake, a peaceful mountain oasis that makes every step worth it.
sapphire point
1.6 miles roundtrip | oft elevation gain
We understand that not everyone wants to do a difficult hike all the time, and Sapphire Point is the perfect easy trail with great views. At just a mile and a half, this easy and enjoyable loop offers stunning views of Summit County and Lake Dillon. It's a great option for families with young children or older relatives, making it one of the top easy hiking trails in the area.
mount royal & masontown
4 miles roundtrip | 1,250 ft elevation gain
If you’re looking for a challenge, Mount Royal and Masontown are classic Frisco hikes that combine steep climbs with rich mining history and sweeping views of Frisco and the surrounding mountains. Masontown, an abandoned mining camp left behind in the early 1900s and later destroyed by an avalanche in 1926, still holds visible remnants like brick foundations and mine shaft tailings. Please leave any historic artifacts where you find them for others to enjoy.
