Emerald Lake via Bear Lake

90 /100
Great day to go Updated 2026-07-21 02:41 UTC
🌡 62°F
🌬 12 mph
💨 AQI 90
🌡 Temperature
62°F
Feels like 54°F
💨 Air Quality
90
Moderate · PM2.5
🌬 Wind
12 mph
Gusts 13 mph
🌧 Rain Chance
5%
Current conditions
DifficultyModerate
Distance3.6 mi
Elevation Gain655 ft
Route TypeOut & back
Best MonthsJun–Oct
Park / AreaRocky Mountain NP
Current Status
5-Day Forecast
Mon
7/20
46%
74°
57°
UV 7
☀️ 05:49–20:28
Tue
7/21
35%
71°
53°
UV 8
☀️ 05:50–20:27
Wed
7/22
98%
66°
51°
UV 7
☀️ 05:51–20:26
Thu
7/23
91%
66°
49°
UV 6
☀️ 05:52–20:25
Fri
7/24
68%
80°
50°
UV 9
☀️ 05:53–20:24
Trail Notes

Timed entry permit required Jun–Oct; Bear Lake Rd closes seasonally

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the current conditions at Emerald Lake via Bear Lake?

As of the latest update, Emerald Lake via Bear Lake is scoring 90/100 (Great day to go). Temperature: 62°F, wind: 12 mph, rain chance: 5%. Data is refreshed every 30 minutes.

Is Emerald Lake via Bear Lake dog-friendly?

No, dogs are not permitted on Emerald Lake via Bear Lake.

How difficult is Emerald Lake via Bear Lake?

Emerald Lake via Bear Lake is rated Moderate. The trail is 3.6 miles with 655 ft of elevation gain.

What is the air quality (AQI) at Emerald Lake via Bear Lake today?

Current AQI at Emerald Lake via Bear Lake is 90 — Moderate. AQI under 50 is Good; 51-100 is Moderate; above 100 may require a mask.

When is the best time to visit Emerald Lake via Bear Lake?

The best months to hike Emerald Lake via Bear Lake are Jun–Oct.

Typical Weather by Month at Emerald Lake via Bear Lake

Best months to hike Emerald Lake via Bear Lake: Jun–Oct.

MonthAvg HighAvg LowWet Days
January23°F9°F11
February25°F9°F12
March32°F14°F13
April39°F20°F14
May47°F27°F16
June60°F36°F11
July67°F42°F17
August66°F42°F15
September61°F37°F10
October46°F25°F8
November32°F15°F9
December24°F9°F11

Open-Meteo ERA5 historical, 2015-2024. Historical averages — check the live forecast above before you go.

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