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Capitol Lake

Backpacking2 days12.3 mi (round-trip)

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Capitol Creek Trailhead
6.2 mi • 2,600 ft gain
Capitol Lake
6.2 mi • 500 ft gain
Capitol Creek Trailhead
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How to get a permit

This trip requires a Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness Permit. Reservations depend on your start date:

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Trips starting between August 1 and November 30

Permits required. Quota in effect.

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Jun 15 at 8 AM MDT Passed

Permit details

Here is how to fill out the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness Permit application:

Starting AreaCapitol Lake Zone
CampsiteCapitol Lake 1–9
Entry PointCapitol Creek Trailhead
Exit PointCapitol Creek Trailhead

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