Northwest Gully
Mt. Lindsey · 14,053' · Rank #45
Class 3 Standard Route
8.3
miles RT
3,500
ft gain
Class 3
difficulty
7-10
hours
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Route Details
- Distance
- 8.3 miles RT
- Elevation Gain
- 3,500'
- Difficulty
- Class 3
- Exposure
- Moderate
- Typical Time
- 7-10 hours
Trailhead
- Name
- Lily Lake Trailhead
- Starting Elevation
- 9,700'
- Coordinates
- 37.5833°N, 105.3978°W
Parking & Access
- Parking
- Dispersed 50-100 spots
- Fee
- Free
- Vehicle
- 4WD/High Clearance
No Service
WAIVER REQUIRED at mountlindseywaiver.com before hiking. 4WD required for final section. Rough narrow road for last 2 miles.
Route Description
The route climbs through scenic Huerfano Valley to the north couloir. A famous rock step provides the crux Class 3 climbing. The approach is beautiful with views of the Blanca group. An isolated but rewarding climb.
Gear & Preparation
High-clearance 4WD recommended. The rock step can be bypassed on loose talus to the left. Helmet recommended for the couloir.