A favorite for visitors and locals. These five lakes can be accessed in number of ways. Drive to the trail head on the 93 south, just about 6 miles, or 9 km or start from Old Fort Point or Wabasso trail. This is a popular spot, so the parking is tight on sunny days even with the new parking lot.

Hiking is a great option to spend more time taking in the scenery, sights and smell of Rocky Mountain air.

Local favorite is to ride a mountain bike from the back route to these lakes. Cyclist are banned on this trail for the summer months.  If you are Mountain biking, be aware there are seasonal closures for Mountain bikes. Normally bikes are not allowed around the five lakes until autumn. Check local bike shops and parks information centre for more info.

These lakes are refreshing as we locals call them, so if you care to take a dip in them, be prepared to get a little bit chilled. So wonderful to cool off if the temperature is right.