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Mount Columbia West Slopes route map
ModerateOut and Back
San Isabel National Forest/Colorado

Mount Columbia West Slopes

4.3 mi

Distance

2,595 ft

Elev. Gain

Out & Back

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Mount Columbia West Slopes trail is an out-and-back route located within the San Isabel National Forest in Colorado. Spanning 4.3 miles, this trail ascends 2,595 feet, reaching a maximum elevation of 4,289 meters (14,065 feet) at the summit of Mount Columbia. Due to its elevation and significant gain, hikers should be prepared for potentially challenging conditions and be aware of the effects of altitude.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gainhigh altitudeexposure to weather

Elevation Profile

Min:3,506 ft
Max:4,289 ft
791 ft
9 ft
3,506 ft3,767 ft4,028 ft4,289 ft0.0 mi0.5 mi1.1 mi1.6 mi2.1 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Out & Back

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Managed by United States Forest Service

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Best Seasons

SummerFall

Highlights

alpine environmentsummit views

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Imported route

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

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