Rainbow Trailhead — photo spot in Custer County, CO 81252, USA
Rainbow Trailhead
Score4.5Trailhead into the Rainbow Trail in southern Colorado offers classic alpine compositions: jagged Sangre de Cristo peaks, subalpine lakes and meadows, and vivid aspen groves in fall. Best at sunrise or sunset for side-light on ridgelines; mid-September yields peak aspen color. Summer brings wildflowers; avoid afternoon thunderstorms. Small pullout parking at the trailhead — expect a short hike to higher vistas; dress for sudden weather and bring insect repellent.
Rainbow Trailhead
Score4.5Trailhead into the Rainbow Trail in southern Colorado offers classic alpine compositions: jagged Sangre de Cristo peaks, subalpine lakes and meadows, and vivid aspen groves in fall. Best at sunrise or sunset for side-light on ridgelines; mid-September yields peak aspen color. Summer brings wildflowers; avoid afternoon thunderstorms. Small pullout parking at the trailhead — expect a short hike to higher vistas; dress for sudden weather and bring insect repellent.