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The gem that is Twin Lakes
Article and photos by Michelle Post
I have lived in Colorado 17 amazing years, and I continue to be awed
by the many incredible sites to
see. A friend told my husband and me about Twin Lakes a gem in
the Colorado mountains between Leadville and Aspen. You step back in time when you arrive at Twin Lakes. A small and quaint village lled with an abundance of peace, tranquility, and beauty.
Twin Lakes is appropriately named for the two glacier-created lakes that ow one into the other. Surrounding the lakes are thick forests of pine trees and aspen groves. Every season is beautiful at Twin Lakes, but I must say Fall is my favorite, for the Aspen groves ll the hills and mountains with gleaming patches of gold.
Twin Lakes o ers something for everyone. It o ers kayaks, canoes,
and paddle board rentals. You can also take a guided boat tour of the lake that will take you to the former Interlaken resort. Not into water sports? No problem. Twin Lakes o er hiking, biking, and camping. That’s still not your style? Then stay at one of the local inns or lodge.
If you want to get away for a few days than Twin Lakes is a wonderful destination. Leave the hustle of the city and step into the serenity of nature. For more information visit, www.leadvilletwinlakes.com/natural-attractions- detail/twin-lakes/.
“Autumn burned brightly, a running ame through the mountains,
a torch ung to the trees.”
~ Faith Baldwin