Wind your way a few miles south of Estes park to a crest with parking right next to the road for Lily Lake trail. It's totally flat so anyone could get out and stretch their legs here. Be aware when the wind is howling you may need weights to hold you down. For those that want to get their hearts pumping a bit then add on the Lily Lake Ridge Trail a short extension with great views of the lake from above.
This little gem of a lake and short (1mile) easy trail was just up the road from the house we rented during our stay at Estes. We came almost every morning for the short scenic little hike around the lake.... Perfect for our 4 1/2 year old grandson. ( he LOVED the chipmunks that came right up to him).
Close to wheelchair accessible, but the trail had a few holes from washouts. Good views on the surrounding mountains, a great reflections on a calm sunny day, which this wasn't.
Very peaceful, beautiful here. A nice little walk around the lake. Another nice place to visit, easy walk.
The lake is lovely and the walk around it is easy. The rocky cliffs red cliffs surrounding the lake offer a good contrast to the cool blue water.
This truly was my favorite area - quiet without a lot of people, but beautiful views including Long's Point. The lake is quiet and serene with a nice flat trail going around the lake. It is outside of the other main areas of RMNP so not as busy especially if go early in the morning. Well worth the time - take your coffee or tea in the morning and enjoy the natural beauty surrounding.
We walked there this weekend. Beautiful view with easy walk course. Actually super easy walk side walk around the lake. Recommend for young baby family. But on the way, so beautiful view also Longs peak if drive 10min more up-to mountain.
After driving by a 100 times on our way to Estes Park or Rocky Mountain National Park, we stopped one evening after dinner to check it out. This little park gets a ton of visitors most days with the small parking lot overflowing with cars. But when we stopped by, just before sunset we were nearly all by ourselves. The main loop trail is flat and smooth, easy for anyone with many longer trails branching off for the more adventurous. And the sunset reflections rewarded us with some really nice images
We stopped on our way out of town early one morning....no crowds yet! The mountains cast a beautiful reflection on the surface of the lake. A very peaceful setting for a casual hike around the lake. Parking is limited and can be a problem as the day goes on....they do have some parking across the road!Worth the visit!
Lily lake is about 10-15 minutes south of Estes park (route 7) and well worth the visit. There's a beautiful easy hike around the lake (loop) that is great for all ages. There are also a couple of other hikes off the loop. Restroom facilities (port a potty style) at the site.