Lake Verna

Lake Verna is one of the most scenic sub-alpine lakes in the East Inlet area and in all of Rocky Mountain National Park. It’s reached via moderate but long ~6.3 mile trail leaving from the East Inlet trailhead. Along the way you pass the beautiful Adams Falls, meandering open meadows that often hold moose, Lone Pine lake, and beautiful views approaching the lake. The trail reaches the western shore of Lake Verna with unofficial trails along the rest of the lake.

This is normally done as a day hike but there are multiple backcountry sites along the route (make sure to check with park/website as reservations are required and usually sell out not long after being made public).

The East Inlet Trailhead is located near Grand Lake in Southwest Rocky Mountain National Park (be sure to consult the website or the park directly for parking/entry information).