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Hiking – Mt. Aetna and Taylor Mt.

A Class 2+ hike with 4,800' of ascent to two "Bicentennial Peaks". There is no official trail but there are some good unofficial trail segments. Some light scrambling is involved.

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Christopher Larson
Christopher Larson
Primary Leader
  • Mon, Jun 9, 2025
  • Bobcats Section
  • Hiking
  • Adults
  • Difficult
  • Difficult
  • Mileage: 9.2 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 4,800 ft
  • Pace: 1.3 mph average including breaks

Leader will be also leading a hike up Mount Ouray the day before, then camping out near trailhead.   Participants are also encouraged to camp out the night before.  Participants driving up the morning of the hike meet at 4:30 am at The Fort at the Highway 8 exit off Highway 285 near Morrison.

Route/Place

Mt. Aetna and Taylor Mt.

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Plenty of food and water and clothing layers. Little or no snow is expected.

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