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North Mount Elbert Trail in San Isabel National Forest

The North Mount Elbert Trail offers hikers a challenging yet rewarding journey through diverse landscapes, starting with dense forests of aspen and pine, and leading to the summit of Colorado's highest peak. As you ascend above the treeline, expansive views unfold, showcasing the Twin Lakes nestled amidst the valleys below. Upon reaching the summit, you're greeted with panoramic vistas of the Sawatch Range and neighboring 14,000-foot peaks, including the prominent Mount Massive to the north. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature

  • Distance: 16.3 Km
  • Elevation gain: 1,375 m
  • Maximum elevation: 4,389 m
  • Elevation loss: 1,375 m
  • Minimum elevation: 3,068 m
  • Moving time: 5 h 51 m
  • Moving speed: 2.8 Km/h
  • Maximum speed: 15.9 Km/h
  • Total time: 7 h 41 m
  • Global speed: 2.1 Km/h

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 16.3 Km
  • Elevation gain: 1,375 m
  • Maximum elevation: 4,389 m
  • Elevation loss: 1,375 m
  • Minimum elevation: 3,068 m
  • Moving time: 5 h 51 m
  • Moving speed: 2.8 Km/h
  • Maximum speed: 15.9 Km/h
  • Total time: 7 h 41 m
  • Global speed: 2.1 Km/h

About this trail

Name: North Mount Elbert Trail in San Isabel National Forest trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Mt. Elbert Trailhead, Mount Elbert Cutoff Trail, Lake County, Colorado, United States (39.15186 -106.41195)

End: Mt. Elbert Trailhead, Mount Elbert Cutoff Trail, Lake County, Colorado, United States (39.15180 -106.41192)

Coordinates: 39.11762 -106.44539 39.15186 -106.40804

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Hike on the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail between Halfmoon Creek and Copper Mountain through Mount Massive Wilderness, Holy Cross Wilderness, White River National Forest and Continental Divide National Monument in the Rocky Mountains. #Hiking #CDT #Mountain #Nature #River

Distance: 78.8 Km • Elevation gain: 2,807 m • Maximum elevation: 3,742 m

North Mount Elbert Trail

United States > Colorado > Lake County

San Isabel National Forest #Hiking #Mountain #Forest

Distance: 16.3 Km • Elevation gain: 1,354 m • Maximum elevation: 4,390 m

Mount Elbert

United States > Colorado > Lake County

San Isabel National Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 15.8 Km • Elevation gain: 1,354 m • Maximum elevation: 4,388 m

Gear up for your next adventure:

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🔦LED Headtorch - Bright and durable light for night activities
🥾Hiking Shorts - Breathable shorts suitable for summer hikes
🔦LED Headlamp - Hands-free lighting for early morning starts or late finishes

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