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Hanging Lake National Natural Landmark

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East of Glenwood Springs along I-70 resides Hanging Lake one of Colorado's prized water features. Access to the travertine deposit requires a bit more than a mile hike from the trailhead beginning on the north side of the mighty Colorado. The hike requires 1-2 hours round trip and is rated difficult by the park service, you'll find benches along the way to catch your breath and take in the scenery.

Hanging Lake National Natural Landmark received its designation in 2011 after missing it in 1980. Along with 6 other designations from Interior Secretary Ken Salazar, a Colorado Native, the 72-acre site in the White River National Forest is one of 13 landmarks in Colorado. The designation is reserved for sites with outstanding biological and geological resources. Hanging Lake represents a spectacular example of a lake formed by travertine deposition and comprises a rare wetland ecosystem including waterfalls and hanging gardens.

Driving Directions:

Access to the trailhead is only possible for I-70 eastbound traffic. For westbound travelers, exit at milepost 21 and turn around going east to the Hanging Lake exit.

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