Lily Lake — Attraction in Four Corners States

Every time we take a trip to the Rockies/YMCA we visit Lily Lake! It’s is about 0.9 of a mile around and good for bringing a stroller for those with little ones! Very easy for all ages! They have a path that breaks off that adds around a mile that gives you a great view and some elevation gain if you want a bit more. There are several trails that branch off in various directions so there is a lot to explore! Our first year we visited we saw a moose 🫎 for the first time! One of the highlights of my trip! For the views and beauty, you need to visit when you’re...

Only a few miles out of Estes Park, it is an easy drive. Parking is somewhat limited next to the lake but there is parking across the road. There is a .8 mile loop around the lake that is very flat so a good place for the non-athletic or avid hiker. However there are longer loops for those looking for more of a challenge. While then short loop is scenic, for some it might be too busy for that escape to nature experience. For that experience, take a little jaunt on one of the longer...

Ample parking and available, clean bathrooms were a godsend after an hour and half car ride. Being my first time, I should have dressed more appropriately for the climate. Take a jacket! It's very windy and with the coolness coming off the lake and surrounding mountains, it can get chilly. No matter how sunny it is. It's a beautiful, easy, scenic walk. I don't think there's any bad views, hiking trails or bad pictures one could take in the Rocky Mountains....