Rocky Mountain National Park hiking guide
Sprague Lake Trail
A 0.8-mile loop with 43 ft of climbing in East Side, rated easy.
Key facts
- Length
- 0.8 mi (1.2 km)
- Elevation gain
- 43 ft (13 m)
- Route type
- Loop
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Area
- East Side
- Highest point
- 8,696 ft
- Lowest point
- 8,689 ft
- Wheelchair accessible
- Yes
About Sprague Lake Trail
Sprague Lake Loop is a short, wheelchair- and stroller-accessible loop that circles a picturesque alpine lake and offers scenic views of the surrounding mountain peaks along the Continental Divide from the east shoreline. The trail includes benches and lookout points, a dock, a boardwalk and two small bridges. It’s a popular spot for wildlife viewing and birdwatching (sightings vary). Facilities at the parking area include picnic tables and year‑round vault toilets, with seasonal flush restrooms and a summer park shuttle stop.
Route map
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