Topographic map of Rocky Mountain National Park
An independent guide · Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado

Lakes of RMNP
Every Lake. One Place.

Explore all 150 named lakes, ponds, and reservoirs — from roadside gems to remote alpine tarns.

Our approach

A guide to every named lake

Lakes of RMNP brings together park references, public geographic datasets, and on-the-ground route information for every named lake, pond, and reservoir we can identify in Rocky Mountain National Park. Each lake page combines trailhead and route details, interactive maps, elevation and difficulty, photographs, nearby lakes, and access context to help plan a visit. Names, coordinates, and source records can differ, so we document the supporting evidence in our research ledger and update records when better information emerges.
Community Activity

Fresh Tracks

The most recently logged lake visits from our community.
Off the Beaten Path

Lonely Lakes

Lakes rarely visited. Be the first to log one!