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Grand-Lake
Eden Index
Climate
5.8
•
Recreation
7.7
•
Community
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Grand Lake is a picturesque mountain town located in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. It sits at an elevation of 8,369 feet and experiences a subarctic climate with mild summers and snowy winters. The town is surrounded by stunning lakes, including the largest natural lake in Colorado, Grand Lake. The hydrology constituents are abundant in Grand Lake with pristine waters that support fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and more. The area also boasts vast hiking and mountain biking trails, as well as skiing and snowboarding in the nearby Rocky Mountain National Park. Visitors can enjoy the town's charming downtown area, which features unique shops, delicious dining options, and cozy lodging accommodations.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 5.8
Grand-Lake receives approximately
441mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 68%
and air temperatures averaging around
3°C.
Grand-Lake has a plant hardyness factor of
4, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
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Area Rivers
Colorado Headwaters
Snowpack Depths
Colorado Headwaters
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Colorado Headwaters
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 7.7
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guanella Pass | 18 | 10,754 ft | |||
| Clear Lake | 8 | 10,029 ft | |||
| Hall Valley | 9 | 9,842 ft | |||
| Lowry | 24 | 9,068 ft | |||
| Geneva Park | 25 | 9,791 ft | |||
| Burning Bear | 13 | 9,643 ft | |||
| Whiteside | 5 | 8,909 ft | |||
| West Chicago Creek | 16 | 9,611 ft | |||
| Handcart | 10 | 9,818 ft | |||
| Prospector | 107 | 9,105 ft |
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI):
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.