Hessie Trailhead: Woodland Lake, Indian Peaks Wilderness Area, Colorado
Hessie Trailhead: Woodland Lake
Indian Peaks Wilderness Area
At just under 11,000', Woodland Lake is a popular backcountry destination in the Hessie area of the Indian Peaks Wilderness. At over 6 acres in area with a maximum depth of 7 feet, the lake is perfect for fishing. Cutthroat Trout are stocked in abundance and a valid Colorado fishing licence is required for anglers.
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Aspen stands and Columbine near the Hessie Trailhead
A powerful waterfall along the South Fork of Middle Boulder Creek
The trail levels through verdant meadows before a steep push to Woodland Lake
The summer thaw feeds Woodland Creek's many tributaries
Grouse are common in the thick spruce-fir forests around Woodland Lake
Woodland Lake's animated outlet stream
Snowfields may obscure the final approach well into summer
Woodland Lake
Crossing the outlet leads to open space and expanding views from its south shore
Skyscraper Reservoir's heavy run off
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