booth falls trail

booth falls trail印象

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  JoannaW65

  This was a really great hike up to the falls. We didn't go all the way to the lake but still enjoyed a challenging trail. We are not seasoned hikers but this trail was perfect for us. Plan to leave early in the morning or get a shuttle if possible. The parking lot is small and fills up very fast. The falls are beautiful and would be perfect for a picnic lunch. Perfect morning activity in Vail.

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  JeremyB266

  My wife and I made it up to the lake, which was sooooo worth it. The whole trip took us about 7 hours, but that was with generous stops for photos, lunch, and exploring. It's not an easy hike and gets more difficult after the falls. I'm not sure how accurate the map is. The map states that it's 4.5 miles to the lake, but according to my phone it's around six miles.

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  M2K

  We had no idea when we began this hike it would be 6 hours ~ 3 up/3 down!!!! It was shady then wide open with wildflowers everywhere to beautiful waterfalls and it was unforgiving ~ quite an elevation change. When we got to the top and sat down for a quick bite we felt 'eyes on us' and looked up to see we were beginning to be surrounded by mountain goats and I mean BIG mtn goats with big horns ~ nice to see them but we had no idea if they would charge us or not so we quickly wrapped up our food and snapped a few pics before heading back down ...... 3 hours!

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  John195123

  One of the destinations on this trail is a waterfall, at least part-way up to the lake. It's a precarious view, but one worth looking at if you like watching water falling. The lake is beautiful, and the trail moderately difficult. Bring adequate supplies for a day hike up and back!

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  R1898GWwilliamh

  Booth Falls is a beautiful trail. You can either hike to the falls and turn back for a quick 4 mile hike or you can trek up to Booth Lake (Best way to do it) for a 12 mile round trip. It's a moderate hike and very enjoyable. Definitely do it again in the summer time.

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  ba680

  This hike is easy to access off the East-Vail exit. It is only a 6 hour hike of you move slowly. If you hike on the regular or semi-regular you are fine with slotting 3 or 4 hours, we usually do it in 2 1/2 & the wife was 7 1/2 months pregnant last time. The incline is decently steep and can suck the air out of you, especially if you are visiting and are not acclimated to the high altitude. The falls are large for this area of the State, but the best views come from down below, where the old trail used to run. Careful for twisted ankles as you will encounter some scree and have 1-2 creek crossings. It's almost impossible to get lost on this trail, so it is great for kids and rookies. Parking at the trailhead can be an issue on busier days.

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  MaryAnnE976

  This is a hard hike, no doubt about it. We hiked to the falls, but the trail continues to the lake, we had a bit of a late start, so didn't want to chance it. It is pretty much uphill to the falls, over rocky patches and a couple of little streams. Maybe this year was an exception, but the wildflowers were unbelievable and there was one section where we walked thru high foliage, like a rhubarb patch! We encountered a few people along the way, but it was pretty deserted when we went. Coming back, was pretty steep in places and had to be careful climbing down. Take water, there is some open terrain, along with shady areas. No bathrooms.

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  277jonc

  We hiked this trail with our kids, 13 and 8 year old. One of the best trails we had so far. It was not an easy hike, it was really challenging but the scenery is worth the trip. The trail takes you through trees, meadows, ridges and of course the falls. Parking lot is small, just for a handful of cars. You can just take a free shuttle ride from/to anywhere in Vail.

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  878RobinB

  If you're not used to the elevation get ready for a normally easy 2 miles hike to the waterfall to make you winded. Beautiful views. Nice trail.

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  alanl122

  Great hike! We were a little winded by the altitude at the beginning, but thoroughly enjoyed the changing scenery! Our kids (10, 14, 16) did great!