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USGS Maps: Montezuma Usage: Light Recommended Season: Summer to Fall Average Time: 2-3 Hours Ending Elevation: 13,207 Feet Difficulty: More Difficult Beginning Elevation: 11,000 Feet Length, One-way: 2.3 Miles Reservation: No Season: July - October
Attractions and Considerations: This trail originated as a wagon road in 1867, connecting towns on the western slope of the Continental Divide with the eastern slope towns. This road is the highest pass on the Continental Divide. Most of the trail is above timberline so beware of afternoon thundershowers and lightning. Most mines are privately owned. Respect all private property. The Peru Creek area is rich in mining history but remaining structures may be unsafe and should be avoided. Hints and Suggestions: *Most of the trail crosses talus slopes and fragile alpine flowers. Please walk on rocks whenever possible to prevent degradation of the delicate alpine tundra. *There may be snow on the trail even in August, it is advisable to carry an ice axe if hiking this trail early in the year. *This trail is not recommended due to talus slopes and snow fields.
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