RMNP - Longs Peak TH

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Hiking – Longs Peak Trail - Battle Mountain Loop

Battle Mountain Loop 12,044’ From the Longs Peak Ranger Station, ascend Longs Pk Trail through Jims Grove and at high point depart trail. Bushwhack NE to summit. Continue loop to Jims Grove from opposite side and back to Ranger Station.

  • Thu, Jun 15, 2023
  • Denver
  • Hiking
  • Adults
  • Challenging
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 7.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,600 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 12,044 ft
  • Pace: moderate

From the Longs Peak Ranger Station, ascend Longs Pk Trail through Jims Grove and at high point depart trail. Bushwhack NE to summit.  Continue loop to Jims Grove from opposite side and back to Ranger Station.

Each participant is expected to carry all 10+ Essentials.

I like to keep the whole group within yelling distance pretty much all the time, so if you are a free-spirited wanderer, this may not be the trip for you.

Social stop at Oscar Blues in Lyons apre hike.

Contact - Norm Arlt, 303-437-3968, normarltg@gmail.com

Leave from Coors lot across the street from the CMC  at 7 am. Driving distance is 130 mi RT. We must arrive at the trailhead before 9am to avoid needing a Timed Entry Permit Reservation. A National Parks pass may be required for entry.

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RMNP - Longs Peak TH


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