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Monarch Pass

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Nordic Skiing – Monarch Pass

Easy Nordic Ski or snowshoe to the top of Monarch Pass 4 miles roundtrip and 350’ gain.

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Terry McCanne
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  • Sat, Jan 31, 2026
  • El Pueblo
  • Nordic Skiing
  • Adults
  • Easy
  • Mileage: 4.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 350 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 11,500 ft
  • Maximum Wind: 20 kts
  • Pace: 1.5

Will stop at Romeo’s on the way up at 8:45ish and somewhere after also in Salida.

Meet at 5 Silverweed Ct. at 7:00AM or at Romeo’s Cafe 640 E. Rainbow Blvd. (Hwy 50) in Salida at 8:45ish or at the Old Monarch Trailhead at 10:45ish.

Route/Place

Monarch Pass

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Backpack with snacks, water, ten essentials, also bring skis or snowshoes, appropriate boots, polls, gloves, hat, gaters, extra clothes, sunscreen, and sun glasses.

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