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American Lake can be found on the Wetterhorn Peak USGS quad topo map. American Lake is a lake in Hinsdale County in the state of Colorado. The latitude and longitude coordinates for this lake are 38.0017, -107.5631 and the altitude is 12228 feet (3727 meters). Anyone interested in fishing American Lake should consult with local guides and resources before heading out to fish. Anglers who have fished American Lake are invited to submit reviews of the lake. Tell us when you went, what you caught, how the experience ranked overall. Thanks for your reviews, they help to make Fishing Works the best website for anglers.
Feature Type: Lake
Latitude: 38.0017
Longitude: -107.5631
Elevation: 12228 ft (3727 m)
Locator Map - American Lake
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Local Weather
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Friday:
High: --°F - Low: 6°F
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Snow showers. Colder. Snow accumulation 4 to 8 inches. Lows 5 to 15. North winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts to around 30 mph early in the evening becoming light.
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Saturday:
High: 28°F - Low: 11°F
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Partly sunny with a 20 percent chance of snow. Highs in the 20s. North winds 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
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Sunday:
High: 45°F - Low: 19°F
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Sunny. Highs 35 to 45.
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Monday:
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Mostly sunny. Highs in the 40s.
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Tuesday:
High: 44°F - Low: 21°F
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Mostly cloudy. A chance of snow showers in the morning...then a chance of rain and snow showers in the afternoon. Highs 35 to 45. Chance of precipitation 40 percent.
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Wednesday:
High: 39°F - Low: 19°F
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Mostly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of snow. Highs in the 30s.
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Thursday:
High: 39°F - Low: 22°F
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Mostly sunny. Highs 35 to 45.
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Nearby Trails
Engineer Pass to American Flats and Wildhorse Peak (Distance: 1.1 mi)
Views of the Uncompahgre high peaks. The majority of this hike is located in the area of American Flats, which is managed by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, rather than...
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From the guidebook "Hiking Colorado's Uncompahgre Wilderness"
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Lake City, CO - Hiking - length:6 mi
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Engineer Pass (Distance: 2.5 mi)
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From the guidebook "Guide to Colorado Backroads & 4-Wheel Drive Trails, Vol. 1"
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Ouray, CO - Off-Highway Drives - length:21 mi
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Engineer Pass to Lake City (Distance: 2.5 mi)
Ghost town of Animas Forks; 12,800-foot Engineer Pass, from which you can see seven of the 13 San Juan peaks that reach 14,000 feet; wildflowers; fall colors; vast alpine landscape.
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From the guidebook "Colorado Byways"
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Lake City, CO - Off-Highway Drives - length:24 mi
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Engineer Mountain (Distance: 2.6 mi)
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From the guidebook "Colorado Summit Hikes for Everyone"
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Ouray, CO - Hiking - length:18.2 mi
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Engineer Mountain Road (Distance: 2.6 mi)
Part of the 65-mile Alpine Loop National Back Country Byway, this outstanding route (often called Engineer Pass Road) includes old mine sites, the famous ghost town of Animas Forks and meadows splashe...
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From the guidebook "Colorado Byways"
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Ouray, CO - Off-Highway Drives - length:9.2 mi
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Nearby Hotels
Beaumont Hotel and Spa (Distance: 6 mi)
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Beaumont Hotel was built in 1886 and opened in 1887 at the height of the gold boom. It soon became known as the Flagship of the San Juans. In 19...
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505 Main Street
Ouray, CO 81427
Price from: $135
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Best Western Twin Peaks Lodge & Hot Springs (Distance: 6 mi)
Guests staying at this full-service Ouray, Colorado hotel will find convenient access to the Ouray City Hot Springs, the Million Dollar Highway and a variety of outdoor activities. Welcome to the Be...
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125 3rd Avenue
Ouray, CO 81427
Price from: $94
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Comfort Inn Ouray (Distance: 6 mi)
All rooms have mountain views. Telluride Ski Resort is 46 driving miles from hotel. Pet Accommodation: 15.00/night per night per pet.
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191 5th Ave
Ouray, CO 81427
Price from: $165
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Ouray Chalet Inn (Distance: 6 mi)
Nestled in the San Juan Mountains, Ouray is one of Colorados best-kept secrets. Known as the Switzerland of America, Ouray has a little bit of everything for every one, for every season. Enjoy the spl...
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510 Main Street
Ouray, CO 81427
Price from: $110
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St.Elmo Hotel (Distance: 6 mi)
Enjoy a fully restored Victorian Bed & Breakfast located in the beautiful San Juan Mountains in Ouray, Colorado. Lodging at the St. Elmo includes a full gourmet breakfast and special guest prices ...
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426 Main Street
Ouray, CO 81427
Price from: $78
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