The Grizzly Creek fire in Glenwood Canyon has come uncomfortably close to Hanging Lake, one of Colorado’s most beloved natural attractions, but firefighters consider it a priority in their battle against the 3,700-acre blaze raging about halfway between the Hanging Lake Trail and Glenwood Springs. The popular hiking area has been closed due to its proximity to the wildfire. Grizzly Creek is a separate drainage (or watershed valley) from Dead Horse Creek, where Hanging Lake is located, and that may help it stay safe from the fire.