Location: Silverton
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The town of Silverton is a Statutory Town that is the county seat of, and the only incorporated municipality in San Juan County, Colorado, United States. Silverton is a former silver mining camp, most or all of which is now included in a federally designated National Historic Landmark District, the Silverton Historic District. The town population reached its nadir at 531 at U.S. Census 2000. It has grown since then.
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1. Ice Lakes
2. Ice Lakes Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 96 reviews
This breathtaking hike can be done in a day: 3.5 miles one way that takes hikers from 9,900 feet to over 12,200 feet, with many steep switchbacks, waterfalls and sweeping views along the way.
Reviewed By CrisLett - Holly Springs, United States
My husband and I are both fit and active but this hike put us in our place! There were several times I thought I wasn’t going to make it hit truck through it, it’s worth it! I had never seen so many different shades of blue on lake! Once you reach the lower basin, the fields open and while the hike gets harder, it’s easier because you can see all the wonderful views! We did not make it to Island Lake but I heard Ice Lake is the real eye catcher. Hiking poles helpful but not necessary.
3. Island Lake
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
Set against a backdrop of dramatic cliffs, this scenic lake is an excellent destination for hikers and fishing enthusiasts.
Reviewed By brumasterj
What a great time with family and friends making this into a full day hike! We had 4 teenagers and 4 adults and not any of us accustomed to hiking! We took our time going up and let me tell you the last 700 ft elevation gain was tuff! We pushed thru and finally made it to Ice Lake After eating and taking some time to soak in the beauty and a little cold soak we made it down! It was a full 8.5 hour day of hiking and viewing! I think it took 4 hours to reach the top and 2.5 hours down. This is a big challenge for any who are not accustomed to hiking, but it’s manageable
4. Silverton Powdercats
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5.0 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By jeremyn340
We made the drive to Silverton expressly for the snow cat trip. The snow was awesome. The guides did a great job of balancing risk mitigation and fun. It’s a different world with Covid and we felt they did a good job with distancing/sanitation etc. It was our family of four, a 15yo, 17yo and two adults. I would highly recommend the outfit if you are looking for access to different terrain without the work of skinning. The guides knew the mountain inside and out. The only negative of the day is that eventually it came to an end.
5. Poughkeepsie Gulch Trail
6. Kendall Mountain
7. Silverton Mountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By NotSoLuckyBlackCat
My wife and I are decent skiers and have skied all over Europe, the USA and Canada. We love off piste and powder and have experienced 4 or 5 hut to hut ski tours (including the Haute Route) as well as about 12 days cat skiing in Canada. We were VERY apprehensive about Silverton, having read the resort website, but booked 4 days there and had an absolutely amazing time! Sadly my wife was suffering from a chest infection nd flu while we were there and struggled with the altitude. Despite that, on day 1 our guide was very understanding and accommodated her needs with a relatively short hike from the lift on the 2 runs that she managed. (She sat out the other runs for a rest). We asked to be placed in a "slow hike slow ski" group and the rest of our group were great - no cliffjumpers and no egos racing ahead up the mountain from the top of the chair. On the runs all guests were courteous and encouraging of each other to take turns at going first for fresh tracks. I cannot recommend the experience highly enough. The emphasis is very much on safety and the guides were fantastic. We had 3 different guides over the 4 days and all were faultless. The hiking was tough at 13000 feet+ but the pace was steady and we felt no pressure. Hikes ranged from 5 minutes to 40 minutes and every one was worth it. The views from the hike are (literally) breathtaking as you climb the ridge- then drop off right or left, according to the guide. The skiing was incredible - great powder and steep runs but nothing intimidating. And every run was skied one guest at a time due to the avalanche risk. That was no problem however, as the atmosphere with the other guests was great and we had a good chat amongsst ourselves as we watched others ski while awaiting our turn. The set up is indeed basic - imagine Aspen or Courchevel 1850 and think of the other end of the spectrum. In fact Silverton makes the facilities at Glencoe, Scotland, look like Aspen. (And that's no disrespect to Glencoe- we love it!) One highlight for me was that the check-in tent doubles as the apres ski bar. What an atmosphere! The place was buzzing as we compared ski tales over a (very reasonably priced) draught pint.
