7.6 mi
Distance
3,579 ft
Elev. Gain
4h 13m
Est. Time
Loop
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Mt Parnassus Loop is a loop trail in Arapaho National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Clear Creek County, Colorado. It is 7.6 miles long and gains 3,579 feet. The nearest town is Silver Plume, Colorado, about 6 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 3,148 ft |
| High point | 4.2 mi | 4,136 ft |
| End | 7.5 mi | 3,148 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Loop
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Silver Plume, CO · about 6 mi away
- County:
- Clear Creek County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Arapaho National Forest · United States Forest Service
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