Hanging Lake
A turquoise travertine lake fed by waterfalls
A surreal aquamarine lake perched on a travertine shelf in Glenwood Canyon, fed by waterfalls spilling over mossy ledges. So fragile it now runs on a strict permit system — and so beautiful it’s worth every step of the steep climb up.
The shot
The waterfalls feeding the impossibly blue lake.
Nearby & worth pairing
- Glenwood Canyon
- Glenwood Springs
- Spouting Rock
- Colorado River bike path
Access, fees, permits, and tour availability change with the season and the managing agency (tribal park, state park, BLM, or NPS) — confirm current rules and reservations before you go, tread lightly on sacred and fragile sites, and pack out everything you bring.
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