Hiking near Winter Park: Lake Evelyn

This article details a hike to Lake Evelyn near Winter Park in Colorado, which is part of the Byers Peak Wilderness. The roundtrip hike is about 5 miles with 1,100 feet of elevation gain, passing by Evelyn Creek before reaching the serene lake. Hikers are advised that the drive from Winter Park can be rough due to dirt and rocky roads, and they should be careful of dead trees in the area.