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Maroon Peak, Aspen, CO

  • Address Maroon Creek Road
    Maroon Lake Parking Area
    Aspen, CO 81611
    United States
  • Phone number+1 970 925 3445
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If you want to hike one of Colorado's famed 14,000-foot peaks, this is one of the more memorable ones to climb. As part of the famed Maroon Bells, the hike carries a level of prestige with it. Beginners, and those who are not acclimated to the thin air, are best advised to avoid this 10-mile hike. It gains 4,600 feet in elevation before the summit at 14,156. Snowfields above 12,000 feet are not uncommon so be sure to pack gaiters as well as good storm gear. Start early to beat afternoon monsoons. Follow Maroon Creek Road for 9.5 miles to the Maroon Lake parking area. The trailhead starts there.

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Yahoo Travel Reviews ( 1 Review ) Top

Expert Mountaineers Only!

 by  A Yahoo! Contributor  on  2004-08-26

Before going, check with the ranger station. They do not recommend anyone less than an expert mountaineer climb either of the Bells. The rock i...

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CitySearch Reviews ( 1 Review ) Top

Triple your mountain-viewing pleasure with a hike in this glacial valley.

 by  Elisa Kronish  on  2006-11-20

In ShortTo get to the recreation area, visitors can hop on a bus from Aspen Highlands Village. Once there, they explore Maroon Lake, a favo

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