Hike and Sled St. Mary's Glacier

Year round access allows backcountry skiing in the winter and snowboarding and skiing in the summer. There are two cliffs to jump from into the water. The upper cliff is not for the faint of heart as the water remains extremely cold.

Take the Fall River Rd exit directly after Idaho Springs and follow the road and switchbacks to the parking lot. There is a bathroom at the trail head where you will find envelopes to deposit $5 cash for parking. The Lot is accessible by all vehicle types.

The trail entrance is up the road and immediately begins to climb a long wide rocky road. Follow the main trail as the smaller trails lead to private homes. As the lake and glacier are in the Arapaho National Forest, dispersed camping is permitted. Pack in, Pack out.

Beautiful views of the aspens during the fall on the switchback drive following Fall River.