East Ridge
Mt. Elbert · 14,439' · Rank #1
Class 1
11.3
miles RT
4,200
ft gain
Class 1
difficulty
—
hours
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Route Details
- Distance
- 11.3 miles RT
- Elevation Gain
- 4,200'
- Difficulty
- Class 1
Trailhead
- Name
- Mt. Elbert (South)
- Starting Elevation
- 10,500'
- Coordinates
- 39.0993°N, 106.3671°W
Parking & Access
- Parking
- Free Lot 50-100 spots
- Fee
- Free
Weak
4WD trailhead at 10,500 ft. 2WD can park lower and walk the road (adds 4 miles RT).
Route Description
Popular alternate approach from the south trailhead. Follows CDT/Colorado Trail through forest before ascending the east ridge. Excellent winter route with minimal avalanche danger. Distributes hiker traffic away from crowded Northeast Ridge. 4WD trailhead; 2WD adds 4 miles RT from lower parking.