Recreation area

Bailey Lakes #1859

Colorado — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

The Bailey Lakes trail begins on the Hooper Lake Trail # 1860 and ends at Bailey Lakes. Follow the Hooper Lake Trail for about 3 miles to reach the beginning of this trail which contiues another 1.5 miles to Bailey Lakes. A high clearance 4wd vehicle is required to reach the trailhead. It is recommended to have good map and compass skills for this area as there is so much undulating terrain and multiple trail intersections.

Getting there

This trail starts about half way up the Hooper Lakes Trail #1860.

Activities

  • HORSEBACK RIDING
  • FISHING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.