Independence Pass Road
A Moderate 5.5 round trip out and back up the west side of Independence Pass. Approximately 1000' of elevation gain begins at the Difficult Trailhead and ends at the Grottos.
No need to fight motor homes on this trip! Park on the west side of Independence Pass east of Aspen at the winter closure. Ascend high above the valley along Colorado Hwy. 82 to the Grottos.
- Suitable Activities: Snowshoeing
- Snowshoeing Category: Intermediate
- Seasons: January, February, March, April, November, December
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Length: 9.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,085 ft
- 9,611 ft
- Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
- Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
- Recommended Party Size: 12
- Maximum Party Size: 12
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
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- https://trails.colorado.gov/routes/120482#activity=hiking
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