The Best Hiking in Summit County

Buzz Saw and Balfonz Blitz to Jody's Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Frisco, Colorado.

This short, 0.6 mile loop hike gives a beautiful view of Lake Dillon and is an easy, family-friendly hike. Dogs are allowed but must be kept on leash. The trail is clear cut and descends a few feet while looping around the side of the mountain to the overlook point.  It is definitely a worthwhil...

Today, Lake Dillon is one of the biggest attractions in the Dillon Valley, attracting boaters, anglers, and campers. However, the large reservoir we know today was not the first one in the area.  The Old Dillon Reservoir was built in the 1930s to supply water to the original town of Dillon, which...

Old Dillon Reservoir Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Dillon, Colorado.

Lakeshore Perimeter Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Frisco, Colorado.

Starting at the Meadow Creek Trail head just off the turn off to Frisco this hike connects the stunning Eccles Pass and Gore Creek trails.Passing over Eccles Pass (11,917') and Red Buffalo Pass (11,742') this spectacular hike passes through dense forest, serene lakes and bubbling creeks.The Vail ...

Starting at just over 9,000ft the Meadow Creek trail follows the path of the similarly named Meadow Creek. Through a canopy of aspens and pines the trail climbs at a steady, moderate rate. After a few water crossings the trees give way to an alpine meadow that offer a view of the final approach t...

Starting at the Meadow Creek trailhead in Frisco, you'll find yourself ending up in East Vail at Gore Lake Trailhead. See all photos here.  The trail in Meadow Creek starts to climb at a gradual pace for the 3-4 miles, after a mile or so, take a look back upon the views of Lake Dillion. You'll ar...

Salt Lick to Lily Pad Lake is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Silverthorne, Colorado.

Dillon Reservoir Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Breckenridge, Colorado.

Eccles Pass to Meadow Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Frisco, Colorado.

Meadow Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Frisco, Colorado.

Lily Pad Lake via Meadow Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Frisco, Colorado.

Mesa-Cortina Trail to South Willow Creek Falls is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Silverthorne, Colorado.

To access the trailhead, drive 4 blocks South to the end of 2nd Avenue from Frisco's Main Street. The trailhead is located around 9,075 feet.Being a popular hike, the trail is clear in the summer months and usually populated by boot prints and snowshoe tracks in the winter. Follow the trail from ...

Peaks Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Frisco, Colorado.