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Mount Elbert via South Elbert and Colorado Trail

based on 4 tracks & routes #87 hike out of 442 in
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13.1 mi
Distance
5 hrs 59 min
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terrain
4,810 ft
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Overview

This is a difficult out and back trail to Mount Elbert in San Isabel National Forest.

This trail goes by Mt Elbert Trailhead.

This is an alternate route for Mount Elbert via Mt. Elbert East Ridge.


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