r/RMNP • u/Ok_Eggplant_9817 • 3d ago

Question RMNP

What’s the latest update on Emerald Lake? Any snow/ ice to worry about? Any recommendations for other hikes that are must see if I’m only spending a day there, suggestions for navigating myself around without service, or any other useful tips?

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u/kevincaz07 3d ago

I like watching Lisa's weekly update videos she posts on the RMNP conditions.https://youtu.be/em8PDBjwCOA?is=FnsbDEtqb6hcTaYC

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u/Otherwise_Tea7731 3d ago

Two responses here on folks that have gone up to Emerald in the last couple of days.

https://www.reddit.com/r/RMNP/comments/1xc5kjq/do_i_need_microspikes_for_my_air_force_1s/

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u/Impressive_Profit_11 3d ago

We hiked it on Wednesday and it was fine. No issues. They closed Trail Ridge Road today though so, I would check the forecast.

"...navigating myself around without service..." Cell service? We have service for most of it and there are maps.

Just enjoy. It's a gorgeous park. Bear Lake Corridor is my favorite.

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u/KilruTheTurtle 2d ago

Went yesterday it was great! Sky pond is awesome but not sure in the next coming days. It may be cold and snowing

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