Clinton Gulch Dam Reservoir — Attraction in Blue River

This trail is suitable for experienced hikers who are steady on their feet. One side of the reservoir is a dirt-mud-rocky trail with streams coming down from the higher elevations here and there. You have to carefully pick your way over these areas. I would advise wearing hiking boots.The trail is narrow, surrounded by shrubs and low plants and flowers. The trail winds up into the trees on the opposite side. It is a lovely forest trail with occasional fallen trees to climb over. Part of the trail is on a hillside and somewhat slanted. The trail opens up near the road, and there are lovely wildflowers. We saw many chipmunks scampering along the rocks. It was a...

My son and I had our SUPs ready to go and with a few minute walk to the shoreline from the car park area, we dropped in and enjoyed the spectacular Shangri-la like views of the mountains. There isn't much water surface area, but it was fun for a light couple mile paddle and easy bonding time. The water was pretty smooth, not much in the way of wind, but we did have to jump out when we noticed the afternoon thunderheads moving in. It was about 10-15 minutes from 1-25 up the road from Copper. Take the time, it's a beautiful place to...

It was so chilly and wonderful here. I love going up to the mountains when it is baking down on the Front Range corridor. My daughter and I got to have a lovely hike around this lake and it was so chilly that we had to wear sweaters. There was actual snow on the ground as well. Getting to experience an icy chill on a hot summer day is magical. This wasn't our ultimate destination so we didn't stay that long but it was a lovely...