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RMOTHG Trip – Geneva Mountain

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RMOTHG Trip – Geneva Mountain

This high altitude hike to Geneva Mountain starts at the top of Guanella Pass and features majestic 360 degree views of the sorrounding peaks. 7 miles long and with 1600 ft of elevation gain, this route has been described as "moderately challenging". We'll start on the Rosalie Trail then head off-trail across the tundra to our summit. Estimated time of completion: 5 hours.

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Tim Lane
Tim Lane
Primary Leader
  • Thu, Jun 26, 2025
  • Denver
  • Hiking
  • Adults
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 7.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,600 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 12,335 ft
  • Pace: 1.5 - 2 mph / Steady / Minimal Stops

Please assess your current aerobic / physical conditioning for this hike - keeping in mind spending 5 hours hiking across uneven tundra at high altitude while gaining 1600 feet of elevation. We'll be maintaining a steady moderate pace (1.5 – 2 mph) with minimal stops. (But no one gets left behind!)

Meeting Time:    6:30 am

Meeting Place for Carpooling:      Morrison PnR (3485 S. Rooney Rd, Morrison, CO)
From the Morrison Rd / CO 8 exit of 470 go west towards Morrison. Take immediate right on South Rooney Rd. Dirt Parking Lot is directly on your right across from the gas station/convenience store. https://maps.app.goo.gl/dWLggRd216Pz6se38

Comfort Stop On The Way:    Bailey Loaf 'N Jug (at the traffic light and intersection of 285 and 43 – before the top of Crow Hill).

Apres-Hike Refreshments:   Crossroads Pub & Grill at the traffic light in Pine Junction (http://crossroadspubgrill.com/menu.html )

Route/Place

Geneva Mountain

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

$15 annual RMOTHG Membership Dues are required to participate. Please contact the office at 303-279-3080 ext. 3 or office@cmc.org to join!

Ten Essentials Required:  https://www.cmc.org/groups-sections/front-range-groups/denver/course-templates/wilderness-trekking-school-denver/course-materials/learn-more-fundaments/ten-essential-systems

This is a high peak climb to be taken seriously any time of year. Come prepared for any and all conditions - regardless of the weather report.

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