Large, natural lakes are somewhat of a rarity in Colorado. Lake San Cristobal is one of these and it is a special place. Located 2 miles south of Lake City, San Cristobal follows a sweeping arc along the Lake Fork of the Gunnison beneath lofty, alpine peaks.
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| Lake San Cristobal |
Lake San Cristobal makes a great destination because it is very close to the conveniences of Lake City and has plenty of other local diversions. Five peaks over 14,000 feet reside in the surrounding mountain ranges, four of which have trail-accessible summits. Many more peaks are slightly less lofty but far less visited. A relaxing afternoon on San Cristobal makes a great complement to an early morning ascent of a nearby summit. For those with a four-wheel drive vehicle, the Alpine Loop continues up the road above the lake in a spectacular circuit over Cinnamon and Engineer passes before looping back to Lake City. There are many camping opportunities in the Lake Fork and Henson Creek drainages, as well as the developed Wupperman Campground on the lake's eastern shores.
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Scenery: 5
Shoreline Interest: 3
Use: Moderate
Fee: None for day use
Access: Gravel
Water surface elev = 9000;
Scenery: 5
Shoreline Interest: 3
Use: Moderate
Fee: None for day use
Access: Gravel
Water surface elev = 9000;
