Mohawk Lakes

Mohawk lakes just outside (south) of Breckenridge is easily one of the most beautiful hikes around.  Even better you don't have to drive far to get there or even hike a long ways.  It is very steep so be prepared.  We drove in as far as you could go (get there early) so that we didn't have to walk on the road at all.  This made it possible for us to make it to the top with young children.

The many waterfalls along the hike are gorgeous.

 The views from the top are spectacular.

Make sure to keep going so that you see the upper and lower lakes.  Once you get so high you can explore but be careful of the tundra!

 Mining equipment is everywhere as well as some cabins.

And no you Texans this is NOT a chair lift and never was!

The wildflowers were abundant.

 Aster

 King's Crown

  Columbine

We were lucky enough to see this marmot.

 My dad caught this fish on the upper lake.

Hike: Mohawk Lakes

Trails Used:  Mohawk Lake

Distance: 3.52 miles

Difficulty: Moderate (short but steep climb)
Overall average: 1.2 mph
Overall Time: 2 hrs, 57 min
Total Ascent: 1226 ft.

Run/Hike: Boreas Pass to True Romance Mine 

Trails Used:  Boreas Pass Trailhead to True Romance Mine and back to house

Distance: 6.83 miles

Difficulty: Moderate
Overall average: 5.0 mph
Overall Time: 1 hr, 21 min
Total Ascent: 1026 ft.