Trip
Hiking – Mount Morrison
Join me for this short steep strenuous hike up Mt. Morrison. We'll go early to avoid possible mid day heat. The hike is exploratory for the leader.
Contacts
- Mon, May 19, 2025
- Denver
- Hiking
- Adults
- Easy B
- Challenging
- Mileage: 3.8 mi
- Elevation Gain: 2,000 ft
- High Point Elevation: 7,881 ft
- Pace: 1.5 MPH
- 5 (5 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Mount Morrison's South Ridge trail is a steep, 2nd class route requiring a small amount of scrambling on the summit block. There's about 2,000 feet of overall elevation gain with the summit at 7,881 feet. Mount Morrison overlooks Red Rocks amphitheater and a large portion of the Denver metropolitan area. This would be a good hike for you if you prefer to hike on weekdays and need to get some elevation training prior to longer harder hikes this summer. Jeffco prefers we limit groups to 6 participants due to overuse during covid.
Meet at the Morrison Park and Ride (3485 S Rooney Rd, Morrison, CO 80465) at 6:20am for immediate departure to the trailhead. Trailhead is just west of Morrison, but has very limited parking. There is a temporary, portable restroom at the trailhead.
Required Equipment
Please bring at least 2 liters of water and your 10 essentials.