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| Hope Pass Trail |
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Ending Elevation:
12,580 Feet
Length, One-way:
5 Miles
Elevation Gain:
3,200 Feet
Difficulty:
Difficult
Beginning Elevation:
9,420 Feet
Reservation:
No
Season:
May - September
From Twin Lakes, The trailhead can be found two miles west of Twin Lakes Village on Highway 82. Look for a parking lot to the left (south) of the road. The trail is accessed south across the bridge over Lake Creek. Follow the road to the trail on the right side.
Location Information
This trailhead is shared with Big Willis Gulch, two miles west of Twin Lakes Village on Highway 82. Hope Pass is also the Colorado Trial that passes over to the Clear Creek Road. There is about 3,200 feet elevation gain up to 12,500 feet, so it offers extraordinary views. Visitors should plan on a full day of hiking. This is a popular trail run, as it is the "crux" of the infamous Leadville Trail 100 foot race!
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