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It’s official: You’ll soon need a permit to hike, camp at Colorado’s popular Blue Lakes

The U.S. Forest Services expects to begin issuing recreation permits in summer 2025 or 2026

It's a 3-mile hike to the first of the three Blue Lakes near Mount Sneffels. That's the halfway point if you want to visit all three. Pack some gear and stay a night or two to truly enjoy the area. (Photo by R. Scott Rappold/Special to The Denver Post)
It’s a 3-mile hike to the first of the three Blue Lakes near Mount Sneffels. That’s the halfway point if you want to visit all three. Pack some gear and stay a night or two to truly enjoy the area. (Photo by R. Scott Rappold/Special to The Denver Post)
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By | cricciardi@denverpost.com | The Denver Post
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The U.S. Forest Service has officially decided to institute a hiking permit system for the Blue Lakes, but exactly when it will take effect remains undetermined.
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