A great out and back up Twin Sisters Peak, this hike is located in Estes Park, Colorado near Rocky Mountain National Park. You’ll get incredible views of the area and a double peak at the end.
The Twin Sisters Trail starts out across Route 7 from Lily Lake. It takes you into the evergreens, through a few switchbacks, and eventually opens up to panoramic views of the area and an outstanding look at Longs Peak.
The view from the mountaintop is gorgeous. The Twin Sisters name really does refer to a double peak each separated by a little valley of gravel and scree from the other on the top. I’m guessing some people feed the wildlife up there, because I met an overly inquisitive chipmunk that came out of the rock. Keep your backpack zipped, if you don’t want to transport a new travelling companion.
At around 7 miles, Twin Sisters is a fantastic choice, if you just want to go for a morning or afternoon hike. Just north of Boulder, Colorado, the trail is easily accessible and there is enough parking near the trailhead. View a map of the trail.