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RMOTHG Trip – James Peak Wilderness Area - James Peak via Loch Lomond

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RMOTHG Trip – James Peak Wilderness Area - James Peak via Loch Lomond

Starting at Loch Lomond this is a 5 mile / 2000 ft elevation gain hike to the summit of James Peak (13,271). This is a Class 2 tundra / talus out-and-back hike.

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Tim Lane
Tim Lane
Primary Leader
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 5.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,000 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 13,271 ft
  • Pace: Moderate / Steady / Minimal Stops

All above-treeline peak ascents are serious undertakings - especially during this shoulder season. 

Although the forecast is for mostly sunny, moderate weather - you will need to come prepared for winter conditions.  

Please assess your aerobic / physical conditioning for gaining 2000 ft of elevation in 2.5 miles - at high elevation.  Our pace will be approx 1.5 mph ascending and 2 mph descending. 

High clearance vehicles with 8+ inches of clearance required to access TH. Most SUV's have this clearance (e.g.  Subaru Forester & Outback, Toyota Rav 4)

This is an exploratory hike for the leader.

Meeting Time:      7 am.
Meeting Place:     Wooly Mammoth Park n Ride / Section BB (across from Exxon Station). I70 exit 259. Wooly Mammoth Park-N-Ride - Google Maps Exxon: 18561 Highway 40, Golden, Co

Route/Place

James Peak Wilderness Area

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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!

Microspikes are Required (Kahtoola brand or similar high quality).

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

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