Rosalie Peak

Rosalie Peak and Epaulet Mountain (13,523'): 5 miles, 1,600 feet of elevation gain

Park off the Mt. Evans Hwy past Summit Lake and proceed S 1 mile to Epaulet and Epaulie summits. Go SE 1 mi. up ridgeline to Rosalie Peak. Loop back below Epaulie to the TH. Lots of up and down, all above 13000 feet.

Rosalie Peak via Tanglewood Creek Trail and Pegmatite Points: 11 miles, 4,300 feet of elevation gain

The hike passes through Mt Evans Wilderness, a stand of Bristlecone Pines, and there are great views of Mt Bierstadt, Mt Evans, and Square Top.

The trail begins at the Deer Creek Trailhead near Bailey.  It follows the Tanglewood Creek and passes through the Mt Evans Wilderness while paralleling Tanglewood Creek.  Near treeline, the trail passes through a stand of bristlecone pines, and then goes up to Pegmatite Points. From Pegmatite Points, the hike goes off-trail for about a mile off-trail to the summit.  The return is along the same path.

• Suitable Activities: Hiking
• Seasons: Year-round, June, July, August, September
• Weather: View weather forecast

• High Point: 13,575 ft

• Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service
  Mount Blue Sky Wilderness Area (formerly Mount Evans), South Platte Ranger District (PSINF)
• Parking Permit Required: USFS Permits & Passes
• Recommended Party Size: 12
• Maximum Party Size: 15
• Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 15