Ascending Hikes – Twin Sisters TH

For more information on the CMC Ascending Hikes Section: Ascending Hikes Section — The Colorado Mountain Club (cmc.org)

We'll be hiking and out-n-back route from the Twin Sisters trailhead in RMNP to the dual summits of Twin Sisters Peaks (~7.5 miles and ~2500 ft elevation gain). Twins Sisters Peaks is located on an island of NPS property, bordering Tahosa Valley and affording unobstructed views of Longs Peak to the southwest. The trail climbs though dense forest with a series of switchbacks, with the views of Longs Peak becoming more impressive. At about 3 miles, there will be a view of the Mummy Range to the northeast. We'll leave tree cover at this point and able to see the summit. Lake Estes and Estes Park to the north come into view. When we reach the saddle between the twin peaks, we'll head to the right and summit West peak, with spectacular views of the Mummy Range to the NW, Longs and Meeker to the W, and Indian Peaks Wilderness to the SE. We'll return to the saddle and try our hand at the East peak, which requires a moderate scramble and climb to the top. We'll also get a view of Twin Sisters Mountain to the SE. We'll find a spot at or near the summits to stop for lunch/snack while we take in the views. Our pace will be determined by the strength, stamina, and endurance of the group. We'll make our way down off the saddle and return to the cars by the same route. (Twin Sisters Peaks - RMNP - CalTopo)

The Colorado Mountain Club's Ascending Hike Section (AHS) provides an opportunity to make new friends and explore new places in Colorado's backcountry, while increasing your personal hiking speed, strength, and stamina. The section is administered by CMC volunteers.  There is no cost, fee, or scheduling commitment.  There are no dues or elections.  Open to all CMC members.  To join the section, contact the CMC office.

Carpool Place & Time: Meet at Estes Park Visitor Center parking lot at 7:30am, for no later than 7:45am departure (Estes Park Visitor's Center - Google Maps)

We'll carpool to the Twin Sisters Trailhead parking (Twin Sisters Trailhead - Google Maps)