Difficulty: ModerateOut and Back
Blanca Peak Northwest Ridge Route
9.7 mi
Distance
4,137 ft
Elev. Gain
Out & Back
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
The Blanca Peak Northwest Ridge Route is a challenging out-and-back trail located in the Sangre De Cristo Conservation Area. Spanning 9.7 miles, this route offers a significant elevation gain of approximately 4,137 feet as it ascends to the summit of Blanca Peak at 14,350 feet (4,374 meters). This trail provides adventurers with a rugged alpine experience, featuring stunning views typical of the high-altitude terrain in the Colorado Rockies. Hikers should prepare for a strenuous climb, especially given the high elevation and significant altitude gain.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Hazards & Warnings
steep elevation gainhigh altitudeexposure to elements
Elevation Profile
Min:3,128 ft
Max:4,374 ft
1,262 ft
16 ft
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Out & Back
Official sources & verification
Managed by US Fish and Wildlife Service
Source of truth
- Agency source page
The page our published rules and notes are derived from.
- Sangre De Cristo Conservation Area — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
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- Address:CO
Best Seasons
Highlights
alpine viewssummit
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Imported route
Hunt context
This trail crosses hunting units
During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Colorado hunting page
Nearby Trails
More trails near Blanca Peak Northwest Ridge Route
Mount Lindsey Trail
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TrailDifficulty: Expert
Ellingwood Point and Blanca Peak
14.1 mi
TrailDifficulty: Expert
Lake Como
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TrailDifficulty: Expert
Zapata Falls Trail
0.9 mi
TrailDifficulty: Easy
Mount Blanca and Ellingwood Point via Zapata Falls Trail
14.8 mi
TrailDifficulty: Expert
Ellingwood Point via South Zapata Lake Trail
14.3 mi
TrailDifficulty: Expert
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