Mount Parnassus

Trip

Hiking – Mount Parnassus

This hike will take us up Mt Parnassus (13,580’) via Watrous Gulch. It’s 7.4 miles RT, 3290’ elevation gain. There are beautiful views from the top, and some of the alpine flowers may be blooming.

  • Fri, Jun 19, 2026
  • Denver
  • Hiking
  • Adults
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 7.3 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 3,290 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 13,580 ft
  • Pace: 1.5 - 2.0 MPH

This hike will get us on steep slopes and up high early in the season.  

Meet at Wooly Mammoth BB at 5:50am for 6:00am departure

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Required Equipment

Layers suitable for weather, 10 essentials, plenty of water. Leader will send email prior to hike with details.

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