Trip
Hiking – Mt. of the Holy Cross via Halo Ridge
Loop consisting of Halo Ridge, then North Ridge; ascend a centennial 13er along the way
Contacts
Dorothy Kucar
Primary Leader
- Sat, Aug 16, 2025
- Boulder
- Hiking, Scrambling
- Adults
- Challenging
- Mileage: 14.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 5,500 ft
- High Point Elevation: 14,000 ft
- 3 (11 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Giving priority to Boulder group and people who have hiked with me
We are going to do a loop around this iconic 14er, perhaps the prettiest in the Sawatch. Starting from the trailhead, we will ascend Holy Cross ridge. This is a gorgeous ridge with views of the cross on Holy Cross mountain and Bowl of Tears lake. There is a little shelter along the way, perfect for a snack break.
This is a long and strenuous hike with some class 3 as we get closer to the summit. On the way back, it's not all downhill; there is a 1000' uphill to boot.
Adverse weather cancels
TBD
Route/Place
Roster
Required Equipment
Required Equipment
- helmet
- poles
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