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gem icon Alberta Falls [Suggest Edits]

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  1. Areas
  2. CO
  3. …Front Range
  4. …Rocky Mountain National Park
  5. Bear Lake
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At Alberta Falls, Glacier Creek thunders down this spectacular waterfall that ranks as one of the park's more popular hiking destinations.

Short Run: A short hike up Loch Vale Trail from the Glacier Gorge Junction Trailhead or Bear Lake Trailhead will lead you to Alberta Falls. Consider utilizing the park's FREE shuttle bus to get to the trailhead.

Gem Type: Waterfall
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