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Dream Lake, Rocky Mountain National Park

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#11 of 29 in Nature in Rocky Mountain National Park
Water Body · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
Dream Lake is a high alpine lake located in Rocky Mountain National Park in northern Colorado, located east of the continental divide.

The lake is accessed via the popular Bear Lake trail head and is at the base of Hallett's Peak, and is well known for its stunning views caused by surrounding steep cliffs, and a popular destination for casual hiking.

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Tours to Dream Lake

FROM $250 BOOK WITH VIATOR Sunrise photo hike to Dream and Emerald Lakes
Duration: 4 to 6 hours
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  • By Steve5863
    Dream Lake is the second of three lakes along the excellent Emerald Lake Trail in the Bear Lake section of the park, 1.1 miles (1.8k) from the trailhead and 0.6 miles (1.0k) beyond Nymph Lake. Dream....  more »
  • By SurfingDoc
    This is a great way to work off breakfast. We are very experienced hikers but are also lowlanders - this one will make you huff and puff just a bit. It’s uphill pretty much the whole way but alhas a.....  more »
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  • By Hanjong Yoo
    The best lake in Emerald lake trail. This lake has better/more beautiful view than Emerald lake.
  • By David Lobree
    Great destination for anyone visiting Rocky Mountain National Park from the Bear Lake trailhead. It is an easy hike on a good trail.
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